- Paperback: 576 pages
- Publisher: Gollancz; paperback / softback edition (20 Mar 1997)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0575601604
- ISBN-13: 978-0575601604
- Product Dimensions: 17.4 x 11.2 x 4.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
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- #57 in Books > Fiction > Science Fiction > Series
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Owen Deathstalker, last of his line, is a quiet man, a historian, remote from the stench of corruption and intrigue surrounding the Iron Throne at the heat of the galaxy-spanning, tyrannical Empire. And then, inexplicably, Deathstalker is outlawed, forced to flee from one end of the Empire to the other. And as he does so, he discovers that resistance is growing, everywhere, to the Iron Bitch on the Iron Throne.
About the Author
Simon Green is the author of the bestselling Deathstalker cycle, the New York Times bestseller Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, Blood and Honour, Down Among the Dead Men, Shadows Fall, Drinking Midnight Wine, Beyond the Blue Moon and Blue Moon Rising and the Hawk and Fisher books: Haven of Lost Souls and Fear and Loathing in Haven. Simon lives in Bradford-on-Avon in Wiltshire.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
There are two separate plots going on here, one about the Empress and Lords of Golgotha, and another about Deathstalker and his rebel friends. Presumably both plots come together later in the series but anyhoo, I was so captivated by what was happening to Deathstalker that I simply did not have the patience to read through the other plot, and skipped it all, returning to it when I had read all of the parts with the rebels in it! I could not put this book down. Simon R Green creates a unique universe, not dissimilar from that in Star Wars but more modern exciting and on the whole better (sorry to any hard core Star Wars fans that I may have offended with that statement). The perfect balance between science fiction and fantasy creates one of the most believable plots I have ever read, and you will have to keep reminding yourself that the characters are fictional. I can't wait to get my hands on the rest of the series!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
All the usual Simon R Green trademarks are here - vivid, loveable characters, great descriptive passages, really unpleasant baddies and plenty of laughs.
The book focuses on Owen Deathstalker, an aristoctact inexpicably outlawed by the empire, who is forced to recognise the empire's inhumanity and cruelty and then vows to bring justice. As well as Owen and his closest allies - Hazel, Ruby and Jack, the book contains a veritable cast of thousands and lots of other stories are pursued. It's a mark of how well the characters are drawn by the author that it never becomes confusing.
Owen's a great hero, but a lot of the best characters play smaller roles, like Finlay Campbell - a man with two identities and Captain John Silence loyal officer of the empire.
The book contains some memorable passages: for example the Empresses' cybernectic maids/bodyguards and Wormboy Hell - are the stuff of nighmares that remain vivd after reading.
It's also interesting as you read on in the series to see the way that all the little characters and plotlines do get developed.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Dark, Moody and Violent this book has outrageous characters and a good, if slightly well used, plot. It's back cover gloats a monumental story in the tradition of Star Wars. And I don't think it's wrong, It's probably a Star Wars for the '90's where women are just as much the heroes and villians as the men and both sexes are capable of indcredible violence. Green's Deathstalker is the first book in what will be a five book series once the final volume Deathstalker Destiney is release. Also set in the same universe is Deathstalker Prelude which tells three different stories just before the events in this book. If your a fan of the Game Workshop universe then this is the sort of thing you'll no doubt love.
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Good ideas, poor writing
Deathstalker is full of action and imaginative characters and creatures. The tale of a reluctant hero rising up against an oppressive regime is not an original one, but here there... Read more
Published 12 months ago by J. Beavis
Deathstalker series by Simon R Green
I couldn't wait to read this series having enjoyed the Nightside series so much and I have to say it was a bit of a disappointment. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Jane Doe
Genius! Utter genius!
The Deathstalker series is without doubt my favourite book series. Admittedly I found the initial three books (Deathstalker, Deathstalker Rebellion, Deathstalker War) the best in... Read more
Published on 19 July 2009 by MM
Massive in scope and massively entertaining
Other reviewers on these pages do a sturdy job of regaling potential purchasers with the myriad threads of the plot and the impressive cast of murderous despots, miscreants ,... Read more
Published on 8 Nov 2006 by russell clarke
The thrilling beginning of a monumental space opera epic
If you like your science fiction short and sweet, Simon R. Green's Deathstalker series is not for you. Read more
Published on 1 Feb 2005 by Daniel Jolley
Something Special
Basically this book has everything. If you like Star Wars then you will love it. Multiple plotlines spanning several worlds give a rich and entertaining vision of the future. Read more
Published on 27 Nov 2003 by "cider69"
A not too heavy fast packed sci-fi adventure with humour.
I only read this book on recommendation of a friend because on a quick scan it did not look promising, but I was glad I did. Read more
Published on 4 Jan 2001 by Andrew Porter
A rich tapistry of a thought-provoking future.
JRR Tolkien has moved into the stars. A book that you will read to the detriment of sleep and work. To give it only 5-star rating is to diminish the rich tapistry of events and... Read more
Published on 3 Dec 2000 by "neilmacpherson"
Excellent start to a series
An excellent start to a series. I read this book within a week, I found I could not put it down. I am looking forward to seeing how the characters develop and what new twists and... Read more
Published on 5 Oct 2000
Worth a read
A great start to a story. The main charctures are refreshingly not pure and good, but have darker aspects to them.
Published on 15 May 2000
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