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House of Chains (Malazan Book of the Fallen, #4)

Steven Erikson
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House of Chains (Malazan Book of the Fallen, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007

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Steven Erikson

House of Chains (Malazan Book of the Fallen, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

1015

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Malazan World • Medieval Fantasy

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Steven Erikson's House of Chains, the fourth book in the Malazan Book of the Fallen series, continues the epic saga of the Malazan Empire. The narrative spans multiple storylines, focusing on characters' struggles, military engagements, and the intricate interplay of power and destiny in a world of gods, magic, and conflict.

Reviews & Readership

4.5

56,935 ratings

88%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

House of Chains by Steven Erikson is praised for its complex characters and intricate world-building, capturing readers with its depth and engaging plot. However, some find the pacing uneven and the numerous subplots hard to follow. Overall, it is celebrated for its epic scope and rich narrative but may challenge those new to the series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read House of Chains (Malazan Book of the Fallen, #4)?

Readers who enjoy complex, gritty epic fantasy with intricate plots and deep character development will appreciate Steven Erikson's House of Chains. Fans of George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire or Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time series will find the dark, immersive world and morally ambiguous characters compelling.

4.5

56,935 ratings

88%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

1015

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Malazan World • Medieval Fantasy

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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