false 47954 <![CDATA[The Invisible Ring (The Black Jewels, #4)]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810m/47954.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810s/47954.jpg Daughter of the Blood, Heir to the Shadows, and Queen of the Darkness). Jared, who has murdered his owner and attempted escape, is recaptured and sold to the mysterious Gray Lady. It soon becomes clear that Jared's new queen is not what she seems to be, and he joins with his fellow slaves--all of whom hide their own secrets--to protect the Gray Lady. During her desperate flight from Dorothea SaDiablo, the Black Widow intent on destroying her and claiming her territory, Jared comes to terms with his own demons and discovers what it means to be truly bonded to a queen.

Bishop uses her usual skill to move interesting, rounded characters through a well-drawn world. Although this is a standalone book, there are ties with the events of the trilogy, most especially the appearance of the compelling Daemon Sadi. The author still pulls no punches in describing the sexual violence and misery that are as much a part of this intricate world as the gender role-reversals and the often-agonizing demands of honor and magic. A pleasurable read for fans of emotionally charged fantasy who enjoy both complex characters and societies, and who are not averse to following characters through their struggles and achievements. --Luc Duplessis

]]> 47954 5 2464104 1 10 2000 The Invisible Ring (The Black Jewels, #4) total:1121|5:289|4:451|3:312|2:57|1:12| 1121 4311 1559 57 26897 4.08 14101 1074 44837865 1826866 47954 0451458028 9780451458025 51 <![CDATA[The Invisible Ring (The Black Jewels, #4)]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810m/47954.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810s/47954.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47954.The_Invisible_Ring 3.85 1089 Daughter of the Blood, Heir to the Shadows, and Queen of the Darkness). Jared, who has murdered his owner and attempted escape, is recaptured and sold to the mysterious Gray Lady. It soon becomes clear that Jared's new queen is not what she seems to be, and he joins with his fellow slaves--all of whom hide their own secrets--to protect the Gray Lady. During her desperate flight from Dorothea SaDiablo, the Black Widow intent on destroying her and claiming her territory, Jared comes to terms with his own demons and discovers what it means to be truly bonded to a queen.

Bishop uses her usual skill to move interesting, rounded characters through a well-drawn world. Although this is a standalone book, there are ties with the events of the trilogy, most especially the appearance of the compelling Daemon Sadi. The author still pulls no punches in describing the sexual violence and misery that are as much a part of this intricate world as the gender role-reversals and the often-agonizing demands of honor and magic. A pleasurable read for fans of emotionally charged fantasy who enjoy both complex characters and societies, and who are not averse to following characters through their struggles and achievements. --Luc Duplessis

]]> 2000 3 1 false Mon Feb 02 00:00:00 -0800 2009 Fri Jan 30 05:38:33 -0800 2009 Mon Feb 02 12:47:14 -0800 2009 52003530 1214235 2456909 0451462068 9780451462060 5 <![CDATA[The Invisible Ring (The Black Jewels, #4)]]> http://www.goodreads.com/images/nocover-111x148.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/images/nocover-60x80.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2456909.The_Invisible_Ring 3.65 23 Daughter of the Blood, Heir to the Shadows, and Queen of the Darkness). Jared, who has murdered his owner and attempted escape, is recaptured and sold to the mysterious Gray Lady. It soon becomes clear that Jared's new queen is not what she seems to be, and he joins with his fellow slaves--all of whom hide their own secrets--to protect the Gray Lady. During her desperate flight from Dorothea SaDiablo, the Black Widow intent on destroying her and claiming her territory, Jared comes to terms with his own demons and discovers what it means to be truly bonded to a queen.

Bishop uses her usual skill to move interesting, rounded characters through a well-drawn world. Although this is a standalone book, there are ties with the events of the trilogy, most especially the appearance of the compelling Daemon Sadi. The author still pulls no punches in describing the sexual violence and misery that are as much a part of this intricate world as the gender role-reversals and the often-agonizing demands of honor and magic. A pleasurable read for fans of emotionally charged fantasy who enjoy both complex characters and societies, and who are not averse to following characters through their struggles and achievements. --Luc Duplessis

]]> 2000 3 0 true Thu Apr 09 00:00:00 -0700 2009 Wed Apr 08 18:17:00 -0700 2009 Thu Apr 09 22:46:12 -0700 2009
I was beginning to get irked by how 'affected' Ja...more...]]> 78316552 1965122 47954 0451458028 9780451458025 51 <![CDATA[The Invisible Ring (The Black Jewels, #4)]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810m/47954.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810s/47954.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47954.The_Invisible_Ring 3.85 1121 Daughter of the Blood, Heir to the Shadows, and Queen of the Darkness). Jared, who has murdered his owner and attempted escape, is recaptured and sold to the mysterious Gray Lady. It soon becomes clear that Jared's new queen is not what she seems to be, and he joins with his fellow slaves--all of whom hide their own secrets--to protect the Gray Lady. During her desperate flight from Dorothea SaDiablo, the Black Widow intent on destroying her and claiming her territory, Jared comes to terms with his own demons and discovers what it means to be truly bonded to a queen.

Bishop uses her usual skill to move interesting, rounded characters through a well-drawn world. Although this is a standalone book, there are ties with the events of the trilogy, most especially the appearance of the compelling Daemon Sadi. The author still pulls no punches in describing the sexual violence and misery that are as much a part of this intricate world as the gender role-reversals and the often-agonizing demands of honor and magic. A pleasurable read for fans of emotionally charged fantasy who enjoy both complex characters and societies, and who are not averse to following characters through their struggles and achievements. --Luc Duplessis

]]> 2000 3 1 false Sun Nov 29 00:00:00 -0800 2009 Thu Nov 19 08:41:47 -0800 2009 Mon Nov 30 12:28:40 -0800 2009 1 more...]]> 47870141 1152675 5866376 9789896370442 1 <![CDATA[Anel Oculto]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1227389822m/5866376.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1227389822s/5866376.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5866376.Anel_Oculto 4.00 8 homens que podem sobreviver sem estar sob a vigilância de uma rainha. Conseguirá Jared enfrentarar os seus próprios demónios e descobrir o significado de estar verdadeiramente ligado a uma Rainha?
Anel Oculto é um livro isolado, mas tem laços com os acontecimentos da trilogia — especialmente pela presença do inesquecível Daemon Sadi. O mundo de Bishop continua a ser gótico, sensualmente perigoso
e por vezes violento. Um prazer de leitura para os fãs, e uma excelente descoberta para os novos leitores que são apresentados a uma sociedade complexa, exigente, e carregada de personagens tão reais que arrepiam.]]> 2000 3 0 false Fri Jun 06 00:00:00 -0700 2008 Sun Mar 01 04:38:22 -0800 2009 Sun Mar 01 04:38:22 -0800 2009 more...]]> 76197623 940248 47954 0451458028 9780451458025 51 <![CDATA[The Invisible Ring (The Black Jewels, #4)]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810m/47954.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810s/47954.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47954.The_Invisible_Ring 3.85 1121 Daughter of the Blood, Heir to the Shadows, and Queen of the Darkness). Jared, who has murdered his owner and attempted escape, is recaptured and sold to the mysterious Gray Lady. It soon becomes clear that Jared's new queen is not what she seems to be, and he joins with his fellow slaves--all of whom hide their own secrets--to protect the Gray Lady. During her desperate flight from Dorothea SaDiablo, the Black Widow intent on destroying her and claiming her territory, Jared comes to terms with his own demons and discovers what it means to be truly bonded to a queen.

Bishop uses her usual skill to move interesting, rounded characters through a well-drawn world. Although this is a standalone book, there are ties with the events of the trilogy, most especially the appearance of the compelling Daemon Sadi. The author still pulls no punches in describing the sexual violence and misery that are as much a part of this intricate world as the gender role-reversals and the often-agonizing demands of honor and magic. A pleasurable read for fans of emotionally charged fantasy who enjoy both complex characters and societies, and who are not averse to following characters through their struggles and achievements. --Luc Duplessis

]]> 2000 4 0 false Sun Nov 29 00:00:00 -0800 2009 Fri Oct 30 06:38:24 -0700 2009 Sun Nov 29 17:10:25 -0800 2009 more...]]> 30078417 1314249 47954 0451458028 9780451458025 51 <![CDATA[The Invisible Ring (The Black Jewels, #4)]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810m/47954.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810s/47954.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47954.The_Invisible_Ring 3.85 1121 Daughter of the Blood, Heir to the Shadows, and Queen of the Darkness). Jared, who has murdered his owner and attempted escape, is recaptured and sold to the mysterious Gray Lady. It soon becomes clear that Jared's new queen is not what she seems to be, and he joins with his fellow slaves--all of whom hide their own secrets--to protect the Gray Lady. During her desperate flight from Dorothea SaDiablo, the Black Widow intent on destroying her and claiming her territory, Jared comes to terms with his own demons and discovers what it means to be truly bonded to a queen.

Bishop uses her usual skill to move interesting, rounded characters through a well-drawn world. Although this is a standalone book, there are ties with the events of the trilogy, most especially the appearance of the compelling Daemon Sadi. The author still pulls no punches in describing the sexual violence and misery that are as much a part of this intricate world as the gender role-reversals and the often-agonizing demands of honor and magic. A pleasurable read for fans of emotionally charged fantasy who enjoy both complex characters and societies, and who are not averse to following characters through their struggles and achievements. --Luc Duplessis

]]> 2000 3 1 false Wed Aug 13 17:12:16 -0700 2008 Wed Aug 13 17:13:06 -0700 2008
http://www.bewilderingstories.com/issue1...]]> 22780062 203289 47954 0451458028 9780451458025 51 <![CDATA[The Invisible Ring (The Black Jewels, #4)]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810m/47954.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810s/47954.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47954.The_Invisible_Ring 3.85 1121 Daughter of the Blood, Heir to the Shadows, and Queen of the Darkness). Jared, who has murdered his owner and attempted escape, is recaptured and sold to the mysterious Gray Lady. It soon becomes clear that Jared's new queen is not what she seems to be, and he joins with his fellow slaves--all of whom hide their own secrets--to protect the Gray Lady. During her desperate flight from Dorothea SaDiablo, the Black Widow intent on destroying her and claiming her territory, Jared comes to terms with his own demons and discovers what it means to be truly bonded to a queen.

Bishop uses her usual skill to move interesting, rounded characters through a well-drawn world. Although this is a standalone book, there are ties with the events of the trilogy, most especially the appearance of the compelling Daemon Sadi. The author still pulls no punches in describing the sexual violence and misery that are as much a part of this intricate world as the gender role-reversals and the often-agonizing demands of honor and magic. A pleasurable read for fans of emotionally charged fantasy who enjoy both complex characters and societies, and who are not averse to following characters through their struggles and achievements. --Luc Duplessis

]]> 2000 4 0 false Sat Mar 07 00:00:00 -0800 2009 Thu May 22 17:29:59 -0700 2008 Sat Mar 07 17:06:24 -0800 2009 1 more...]]> 17162745 905864 47954 0451458028 9780451458025 51 <![CDATA[The Invisible Ring (The Black Jewels, #4)]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810m/47954.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810s/47954.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47954.The_Invisible_Ring 3.85 1121 Daughter of the Blood, Heir to the Shadows, and Queen of the Darkness). Jared, who has murdered his owner and attempted escape, is recaptured and sold to the mysterious Gray Lady. It soon becomes clear that Jared's new queen is not what she seems to be, and he joins with his fellow slaves--all of whom hide their own secrets--to protect the Gray Lady. During her desperate flight from Dorothea SaDiablo, the Black Widow intent on destroying her and claiming her territory, Jared comes to terms with his own demons and discovers what it means to be truly bonded to a queen.

Bishop uses her usual skill to move interesting, rounded characters through a well-drawn world. Although this is a standalone book, there are ties with the events of the trilogy, most especially the appearance of the compelling Daemon Sadi. The author still pulls no punches in describing the sexual violence and misery that are as much a part of this intricate world as the gender role-reversals and the often-agonizing demands of honor and magic. A pleasurable read for fans of emotionally charged fantasy who enjoy both complex characters and societies, and who are not averse to following characters through their struggles and achievements. --Luc Duplessis

]]> 2000 4 0 false Mon Mar 31 00:00:00 -0700 2008 Thu Mar 06 09:49:26 -0800 2008 Thu Mar 06 09:49:26 -0800 2008 The Invisible Ring is a prequel to Anne Bishop's The Black Jewels Trilogy. It provided a wonderful insight into what Daemon was like during his years in Tereille, and how he managed to stay sane as he waited for Jaenelle.

That's a minor side story, however. The main plot of this book is...more...]]> 14703610 880393 47954 0451458028 9780451458025 51 <![CDATA[The Invisible Ring (The Black Jewels, #4)]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810m/47954.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810s/47954.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47954.The_Invisible_Ring 3.85 1121 Daughter of the Blood, Heir to the Shadows, and Queen of the Darkness). Jared, who has murdered his owner and attempted escape, is recaptured and sold to the mysterious Gray Lady. It soon becomes clear that Jared's new queen is not what she seems to be, and he joins with his fellow slaves--all of whom hide their own secrets--to protect the Gray Lady. During her desperate flight from Dorothea SaDiablo, the Black Widow intent on destroying her and claiming her territory, Jared comes to terms with his own demons and discovers what it means to be truly bonded to a queen.

Bishop uses her usual skill to move interesting, rounded characters through a well-drawn world. Although this is a standalone book, there are ties with the events of the trilogy, most especially the appearance of the compelling Daemon Sadi. The author still pulls no punches in describing the sexual violence and misery that are as much a part of this intricate world as the gender role-reversals and the often-agonizing demands of honor and magic. A pleasurable read for fans of emotionally charged fantasy who enjoy both complex characters and societies, and who are not averse to following characters through their struggles and achievements. --Luc Duplessis

]]> 2000 3 0 false Sun Oct 01 00:00:00 -0700 2000 Wed Feb 06 02:51:43 -0800 2008 Wed Feb 06 02:51:43 -0800 2008 more...]]> 39578659 1533779 47954 0451458028 9780451458025 51 <![CDATA[The Invisible Ring (The Black Jewels, #4)]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810m/47954.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810s/47954.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47954.The_Invisible_Ring 3.85 1121 Daughter of the Blood, Heir to the Shadows, and Queen of the Darkness). Jared, who has murdered his owner and attempted escape, is recaptured and sold to the mysterious Gray Lady. It soon becomes clear that Jared's new queen is not what she seems to be, and he joins with his fellow slaves--all of whom hide their own secrets--to protect the Gray Lady. During her desperate flight from Dorothea SaDiablo, the Black Widow intent on destroying her and claiming her territory, Jared comes to terms with his own demons and discovers what it means to be truly bonded to a queen.

Bishop uses her usual skill to move interesting, rounded characters through a well-drawn world. Although this is a standalone book, there are ties with the events of the trilogy, most especially the appearance of the compelling Daemon Sadi. The author still pulls no punches in describing the sexual violence and misery that are as much a part of this intricate world as the gender role-reversals and the often-agonizing demands of honor and magic. A pleasurable read for fans of emotionally charged fantasy who enjoy both complex characters and societies, and who are not averse to following characters through their struggles and achievements. --Luc Duplessis

]]> 2000 5 0 false Wed Jun 10 00:00:00 -0700 2009 Mon Dec 08 02:39:36 -0800 2008 Wed Jun 10 06:23:45 -0700 2009 more...]]> 42041910 1870597 47954 0451458028 9780451458025 51 <![CDATA[The Invisible Ring (The Black Jewels, #4)]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810m/47954.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810s/47954.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47954.The_Invisible_Ring 3.85 1121 Daughter of the Blood, Heir to the Shadows, and Queen of the Darkness). Jared, who has murdered his owner and attempted escape, is recaptured and sold to the mysterious Gray Lady. It soon becomes clear that Jared's new queen is not what she seems to be, and he joins with his fellow slaves--all of whom hide their own secrets--to protect the Gray Lady. During her desperate flight from Dorothea SaDiablo, the Black Widow intent on destroying her and claiming her territory, Jared comes to terms with his own demons and discovers what it means to be truly bonded to a queen.

Bishop uses her usual skill to move interesting, rounded characters through a well-drawn world. Although this is a standalone book, there are ties with the events of the trilogy, most especially the appearance of the compelling Daemon Sadi. The author still pulls no punches in describing the sexual violence and misery that are as much a part of this intricate world as the gender role-reversals and the often-agonizing demands of honor and magic. A pleasurable read for fans of emotionally charged fantasy who enjoy both complex characters and societies, and who are not averse to following characters through their struggles and achievements. --Luc Duplessis

]]> 2000 5 0 false Mon Jan 01 00:00:00 -0800 2007 Mon Jan 05 19:16:26 -0800 2009 Mon Jan 05 19:40:24 -0800 2009 more...]]> 42190755 1746497 47954 0451458028 9780451458025 51 <![CDATA[The Invisible Ring (The Black Jewels, #4)]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810m/47954.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810s/47954.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47954.The_Invisible_Ring 3.85 1121 Daughter of the Blood, Heir to the Shadows, and Queen of the Darkness). Jared, who has murdered his owner and attempted escape, is recaptured and sold to the mysterious Gray Lady. It soon becomes clear that Jared's new queen is not what she seems to be, and he joins with his fellow slaves--all of whom hide their own secrets--to protect the Gray Lady. During her desperate flight from Dorothea SaDiablo, the Black Widow intent on destroying her and claiming her territory, Jared comes to terms with his own demons and discovers what it means to be truly bonded to a queen.

Bishop uses her usual skill to move interesting, rounded characters through a well-drawn world. Although this is a standalone book, there are ties with the events of the trilogy, most especially the appearance of the compelling Daemon Sadi. The author still pulls no punches in describing the sexual violence and misery that are as much a part of this intricate world as the gender role-reversals and the often-agonizing demands of honor and magic. A pleasurable read for fans of emotionally charged fantasy who enjoy both complex characters and societies, and who are not averse to following characters through their struggles and achievements. --Luc Duplessis

]]> 2000 3 0 false Tue Jan 06 23:03:26 -0800 2009 Sat Jul 11 11:19:01 -0700 2009
As a standalone novel though, it was a good read, and offered a good understanding of the world while giving hints of the things to happen in the Trilogy. And thankfully, as a standalone nov...more...]]> 78470397 2706723 2456909 0451462068 9780451462060 5 <![CDATA[The Invisible Ring (The Black Jewels, #4)]]> http://www.goodreads.com/images/nocover-111x148.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/images/nocover-60x80.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2456909.The_Invisible_Ring 3.85 1121 Daughter of the Blood, Heir to the Shadows, and Queen of the Darkness). Jared, who has murdered his owner and attempted escape, is recaptured and sold to the mysterious Gray Lady. It soon becomes clear that Jared's new queen is not what she seems to be, and he joins with his fellow slaves--all of whom hide their own secrets--to protect the Gray Lady. During her desperate flight from Dorothea SaDiablo, the Black Widow intent on destroying her and claiming her territory, Jared comes to terms with his own demons and discovers what it means to be truly bonded to a queen.

Bishop uses her usual skill to move interesting, rounded characters through a well-drawn world. Although this is a standalone book, there are ties with the events of the trilogy, most especially the appearance of the compelling Daemon Sadi. The author still pulls no punches in describing the sexual violence and misery that are as much a part of this intricate world as the gender role-reversals and the often-agonizing demands of honor and magic. A pleasurable read for fans of emotionally charged fantasy who enjoy both complex characters and societies, and who are not averse to following characters through their struggles and achievements. --Luc Duplessis

]]> 2000 4 0 false Fri Nov 20 15:49:02 -0800 2009 Fri Nov 20 15:50:56 -0800 2009 more...]]> 78564524 71276 47954 0451458028 9780451458025 51 <![CDATA[The Invisible Ring (The Black Jewels, #4)]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810m/47954.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810s/47954.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47954.The_Invisible_Ring 3.85 1121 Daughter of the Blood, Heir to the Shadows, and Queen of the Darkness). Jared, who has murdered his owner and attempted escape, is recaptured and sold to the mysterious Gray Lady. It soon becomes clear that Jared's new queen is not what she seems to be, and he joins with his fellow slaves--all of whom hide their own secrets--to protect the Gray Lady. During her desperate flight from Dorothea SaDiablo, the Black Widow intent on destroying her and claiming her territory, Jared comes to terms with his own demons and discovers what it means to be truly bonded to a queen.

Bishop uses her usual skill to move interesting, rounded characters through a well-drawn world. Although this is a standalone book, there are ties with the events of the trilogy, most especially the appearance of the compelling Daemon Sadi. The author still pulls no punches in describing the sexual violence and misery that are as much a part of this intricate world as the gender role-reversals and the often-agonizing demands of honor and magic. A pleasurable read for fans of emotionally charged fantasy who enjoy both complex characters and societies, and who are not averse to following characters through their struggles and achievements. --Luc Duplessis

]]> 2000 5 0 false Sat Nov 21 14:44:17 -0800 2009 Sat Nov 21 14:48:24 -0800 2009
Some folk in this world have powers that are linked with I guess you could say jewel tones. The darker color you are, the more powerful. It's dark and violent in its action scenes and philosophies and yet very not so with the personal inter...more...]]> 4997193 288452 47954 0451458028 9780451458025 51 <![CDATA[The Invisible Ring (The Black Jewels, #4)]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810m/47954.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810s/47954.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47954.The_Invisible_Ring 3.85 1121 Daughter of the Blood, Heir to the Shadows, and Queen of the Darkness). Jared, who has murdered his owner and attempted escape, is recaptured and sold to the mysterious Gray Lady. It soon becomes clear that Jared's new queen is not what she seems to be, and he joins with his fellow slaves--all of whom hide their own secrets--to protect the Gray Lady. During her desperate flight from Dorothea SaDiablo, the Black Widow intent on destroying her and claiming her territory, Jared comes to terms with his own demons and discovers what it means to be truly bonded to a queen.

Bishop uses her usual skill to move interesting, rounded characters through a well-drawn world. Although this is a standalone book, there are ties with the events of the trilogy, most especially the appearance of the compelling Daemon Sadi. The author still pulls no punches in describing the sexual violence and misery that are as much a part of this intricate world as the gender role-reversals and the often-agonizing demands of honor and magic. A pleasurable read for fans of emotionally charged fantasy who enjoy both complex characters and societies, and who are not averse to following characters through their struggles and achievements. --Luc Duplessis

]]> 2000 3 0 false Sat Jan 01 00:00:00 -0800 2005 Thu Aug 23 08:20:18 -0700 2007 Thu Dec 17 06:42:08 -0800 2009 more...]]> 81423830 3055249 47954 0451458028 9780451458025 51 <![CDATA[The Invisible Ring (The Black Jewels, #4)]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810m/47954.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810s/47954.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47954.The_Invisible_Ring 3.85 1121 Daughter of the Blood, Heir to the Shadows, and Queen of the Darkness). Jared, who has murdered his owner and attempted escape, is recaptured and sold to the mysterious Gray Lady. It soon becomes clear that Jared's new queen is not what she seems to be, and he joins with his fellow slaves--all of whom hide their own secrets--to protect the Gray Lady. During her desperate flight from Dorothea SaDiablo, the Black Widow intent on destroying her and claiming her territory, Jared comes to terms with his own demons and discovers what it means to be truly bonded to a queen.

Bishop uses her usual skill to move interesting, rounded characters through a well-drawn world. Although this is a standalone book, there are ties with the events of the trilogy, most especially the appearance of the compelling Daemon Sadi. The author still pulls no punches in describing the sexual violence and misery that are as much a part of this intricate world as the gender role-reversals and the often-agonizing demands of honor and magic. A pleasurable read for fans of emotionally charged fantasy who enjoy both complex characters and societies, and who are not averse to following characters through their struggles and achievements. --Luc Duplessis

]]> 2000 4 0 false Fri Dec 18 00:00:00 -0800 2009 Fri Dec 18 14:11:34 -0800 2009 Mon Dec 21 13:12:58 -0800 2009 more...]]> 69945082 930795 2456909 0451462068 9780451462060 5 <![CDATA[The Invisible Ring (The Black Jewels, #4)]]> http://www.goodreads.com/images/nocover-111x148.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/images/nocover-60x80.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2456909.The_Invisible_Ring 3.85 1121 Daughter of the Blood, Heir to the Shadows, and Queen of the Darkness). Jared, who has murdered his owner and attempted escape, is recaptured and sold to the mysterious Gray Lady. It soon becomes clear that Jared's new queen is not what she seems to be, and he joins with his fellow slaves--all of whom hide their own secrets--to protect the Gray Lady. During her desperate flight from Dorothea SaDiablo, the Black Widow intent on destroying her and claiming her territory, Jared comes to terms with his own demons and discovers what it means to be truly bonded to a queen.

Bishop uses her usual skill to move interesting, rounded characters through a well-drawn world. Although this is a standalone book, there are ties with the events of the trilogy, most especially the appearance of the compelling Daemon Sadi. The author still pulls no punches in describing the sexual violence and misery that are as much a part of this intricate world as the gender role-reversals and the often-agonizing demands of honor and magic. A pleasurable read for fans of emotionally charged fantasy who enjoy both complex characters and societies, and who are not averse to following characters through their struggles and achievements. --Luc Duplessis

]]> 2000 5 0 false Thu Sep 03 12:07:15 -0700 2009 Thu Sep 03 12:08:03 -0700 2009 50232285 2153089 47954 0451458028 9780451458025 51 <![CDATA[The Invisible Ring (The Black Jewels, #4)]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810m/47954.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810s/47954.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47954.The_Invisible_Ring 3.85 1121 Daughter of the Blood, Heir to the Shadows, and Queen of the Darkness). Jared, who has murdered his owner and attempted escape, is recaptured and sold to the mysterious Gray Lady. It soon becomes clear that Jared's new queen is not what she seems to be, and he joins with his fellow slaves--all of whom hide their own secrets--to protect the Gray Lady. During her desperate flight from Dorothea SaDiablo, the Black Widow intent on destroying her and claiming her territory, Jared comes to terms with his own demons and discovers what it means to be truly bonded to a queen.

Bishop uses her usual skill to move interesting, rounded characters through a well-drawn world. Although this is a standalone book, there are ties with the events of the trilogy, most especially the appearance of the compelling Daemon Sadi. The author still pulls no punches in describing the sexual violence and misery that are as much a part of this intricate world as the gender role-reversals and the often-agonizing demands of honor and magic. A pleasurable read for fans of emotionally charged fantasy who enjoy both complex characters and societies, and who are not averse to following characters through their struggles and achievements. --Luc Duplessis

]]> 2000 4 0 false Tue Feb 24 00:00:00 -0800 2009 Mon Mar 23 18:03:47 -0700 2009 Mon Mar 23 18:09:33 -0700 2009 77460780 981514 47954 0451458028 9780451458025 51 <![CDATA[The Invisible Ring (The Black Jewels, #4)]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810m/47954.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810s/47954.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47954.The_Invisible_Ring 3.85 1121 Daughter of the Blood, Heir to the Shadows, and Queen of the Darkness). Jared, who has murdered his owner and attempted escape, is recaptured and sold to the mysterious Gray Lady. It soon becomes clear that Jared's new queen is not what she seems to be, and he joins with his fellow slaves--all of whom hide their own secrets--to protect the Gray Lady. During her desperate flight from Dorothea SaDiablo, the Black Widow intent on destroying her and claiming her territory, Jared comes to terms with his own demons and discovers what it means to be truly bonded to a queen.

Bishop uses her usual skill to move interesting, rounded characters through a well-drawn world. Although this is a standalone book, there are ties with the events of the trilogy, most especially the appearance of the compelling Daemon Sadi. The author still pulls no punches in describing the sexual violence and misery that are as much a part of this intricate world as the gender role-reversals and the often-agonizing demands of honor and magic. A pleasurable read for fans of emotionally charged fantasy who enjoy both complex characters and societies, and who are not averse to following characters through their struggles and achievements. --Luc Duplessis

]]> 2000 4 0 false Wed Jun 01 00:00:00 -0700 2005 Wed Nov 11 12:38:12 -0800 2009 Thu Nov 12 15:25:47 -0800 2009 40306114 1811268 47954 0451458028 9780451458025 51 <![CDATA[The Invisible Ring (The Black Jewels, #4)]]> http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810m/47954.jpg http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1240798810s/47954.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/47954.The_Invisible_Ring 3.85 1121 Daughter of the Blood, Heir to the Shadows, and Queen of the Darkness). Jared, who has murdered his owner and attempted escape, is recaptured and sold to the mysterious Gray Lady. It soon becomes clear that Jared's new queen is not what she seems to be, and he joins with his fellow slaves--all of whom hide their own secrets--to protect the Gray Lady. During her desperate flight from Dorothea SaDiablo, the Black Widow intent on destroying her and claiming her territory, Jared comes to terms with his own demons and discovers what it means to be truly bonded to a queen.

Bishop uses her usual skill to move interesting, rounded characters through a well-drawn world. Although this is a standalone book, there are ties with the events of the trilogy, most especially the appearance of the compelling Daemon Sadi. The author still pulls no punches in describing the sexual violence and misery that are as much a part of this intricate world as the gender role-reversals and the often-agonizing demands of honor and magic. A pleasurable read for fans of emotionally charged fantasy who enjoy both complex characters and societies, and who are not averse to following characters through their struggles and achievements. --Luc Duplessis

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