Seventh Decimate

By: Stephen R. Donaldson

Narrated by: Scott Brick

The acclaimed author of the Thomas Covenant Chronicles launches a powerful new trilogy about a prince’s desperate quest for a sorcerous library to save his people.

Fire. Wind. Pestilence. Earthquake. Drought. Lightning.
These are the six Decimates, wielded by sorcerers for both good and evil.

But a seventh Decimate exists—the most devastating one of all...

For centuries, the realms of Belleger and Amika have been at war, with sorcerers from both sides harnessing the Decimates to rain blood and pain upon their enemy. But somehow, in some way, the Amikans have discovered and invoked a seventh Decimate, one that strips all lesser sorcery of its power. And now the Bellegerins stand defenseless.

Prince Bifalt, eldest son of the Bellegerin King, would like to see the world wiped free of sorcerers. But it is he who is charged with finding the repository of all of their knowledge, to locate the book of the seventh Decimate—and reverse the fate of his land.

All hope rests with Prince Bifalt. But the legendary library, which may or may not exist, lies beyond an unforgiving desert and treacherous mountains—and beyond the borders of his own experience. Wracked by hunger and fatigue, sacrificing loyal men along the way, Prince Bifalt will discover that there is a game being played by those far more powerful than he could ever imagine. And that he is nothing but a pawn...

Critic reviews

Praise for Seventh Decimate

“It promises to be as rich in detail as its predecessors—and, Mr. Donaldson’s trademark, as emotionally deep and as psychologically unpredictable.”--The Wall Street Journal

“A new Stephen Donaldson book is always a cause for celebration. Seventh Decimate will whet your appetite for a sequel.”—Terry Brooks, New York Times bestselling author

"Fantastic."--Booklist

Praise for the Thomas Covenant Chronicles

“[A] landmark fantasy saga.”—Entertainment Weekly

“A trilogy of remarkable scope and sophistication.”—Los Angeles Times

“The most original fantasy since The Lord of the Rings.”—Time Out

“Will certainly find a place on the small list of true classics.”—The Washington Post Book World

“Covenant is Donaldson’s genius.”—The Village Voice

“A highly imaginative epic to be savored through successive readings.”—Booklist

“The War and Peace of fantasy literature.”—The Kansas City Star

A Prince Rides fourth to Save his Country

Once whole and then divided, 2 countries battle for the right to exist in a magical world. Then, through desperation, 1 country discovers gun powder and rifling. This audiobook is superlative not only in content due to Stephen R. Donaldson's outstanding writing but in how The tellor of tales pronunciates and puts emotion into his telling of a tale of two Nations. I highly recommend this audiobook.

I accept this gift

And therein hope to honor the giver...

When Stephen Donaldson put pen-to-paper, or pecks at his keyboard, I will stand until he is done. Any opportunity to watch his mastery with words is a joy. Any opportunity to enter his worlds so vividly imagined is a welcome Escape.

I look forward to delving deeper into this world, and hope for a satisfyingly rich trip into the unknown. You would be wise to join me if you enjoy a yarn of excitement and character.

Very Donaldson 🤩

When War is within
Desperation kicks in
World building and Magic are really interesting… can’t wait .. the next installment!

a book for all the earths warmongers

what a great lesson for all who love war. may they understand the lesson. the narrator was wonderful.

A great take

Love the internal struggle. The culture shock. The world building. The magic. Yum.
A worthy new adventure by Donaldson.