The King Beyond the Gate (The Drenai Saga, #2)
by David Gemmell
The King Beyond the Gate by David Gemmell holds a highly rated rating of 4.12 out of 5, based on 9.3K reader ratings. First published in 1985. The book spans 415 pages.
About The King Beyond the Gate
A century has passed since the heroic defence of Dros Delnoch. But the people of the Drenai face a new terror: a mad emperor kept in power by two forces of unsurpassed evil. The Joinings are werebeasts of awesome power. The Dark Templars are warrior-priests whose fighting skills are without equal. Against them, the Drenai face certain defeat.One man, an outsider hated by the Drenai for his Nadir blood, and despised by the Nadir for his Drenai ancestry, sets out to bring down the emperor. He is one man against the armies of chaos.He is Tenaka Khan - the Prince of Shadows.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | David Gemmell |
| Published | 1985 |
| Pages | 415 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.12 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 9,305 |
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What genre is The King Beyond the Gate?
The King Beyond the Gate is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The King Beyond the Gate worth reading?
Based on 9.3K reader ratings, The King Beyond the Gate has an average score of 4.12 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The King Beyond the Gate?
The King Beyond the Gate has 415 pages.
Who wrote The King Beyond the Gate?
The King Beyond the Gate was written by David Gemmell. It was first published in 1985.
What is the ISBN for The King Beyond the Gate?
The ISBN-13 for The King Beyond the Gate is 9781857236650.0.
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