The Gods Return: The Third Volume of the Crown of the Isles (Lord of the Isles)

The Gods Return is the end of the Crown of the Isles trilogy and the final chapter in the Lord of the Isles. The Fortress of Glass began the tale of how the new kingdom of the Isles is finally created by the heroes and heroines who have been central to the Prince Garric, heir to the throne of the Isles, his consort Liane, his sister Sharina, her herculean sweetheart Cashel, and Cashels sister Ilna. The Mirror of Worlds followed them on an overland journey to the small kingdoms of the Isles to confirm Garrics succession and subdue, if necessary, any who refused to pledge fealty. In The Gods Return , the Isles have been more or less unified under Garrics rule, but the Change that created the continent, has removed the old Gods of the Isles from reality and released other Gods from other planes of existence. Now the servants of the forbidden Gods of Palomir call forth The Worm, an ancient thing that threatens to devour all life in the newly formed kingdom and make way for the reign of dark Gods, now awakened to ambitions of worship and dominion. Some are badand some are worse. The last book of a series, knowing that chances are you will read no more of characters you've grown fond of, is usually somewhat of a downer. However, in this case, with a totally unexpected ending, it couldn't have concluded the tale any better, and I read the last paragraphs with a sense of satisfaction. No, I'm not going to be a spoiler and tell you all about it. It's best that you experience the magic of Master Author David Drake by reading this tale not knowing what to expect - be assured that it is well worth your time. The Isles Have Been Unified Under Garric's Rule, But The Change That Had Created The Continent Has Removed The Old Gods Of The Isles From Reality And Has Released Other Gods From Other Planes Of Existence. The Gods Return Is The End Of The Crown Of The Isles Trilogy And The Final Chapter In The Lord Of The Isles. By David Drake. A Tom Doherty Associates Book.