Second Collected Tales of Bauchelain & Korbal Broach: Three Short Novels of the Malazan Empire

The necromancers Bauchelain and Korbal Broach have a lot to answer for, but first they must lie, murder, and cheat their way through three more escapades in the Malazan Empire.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 496 pages
Publication date: 25 July 2019
Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd

The necromancers Bauchelain and Korbal Broach, scourges of civilization, raisers of the dead, reapers of the souls of the living, devourers of hope, betrayers of faith, slayers of the innocent, and modest personifications of evil, have a lot to answer for and answer they will, but first they must lie, murder, and cheat their way through three more escapades in some of the more deprived fringes and impoverished communities of the Malazan Empire. Much to the shame of their long-suffering general factotum, Emancipoor Reese, the duo embarks on a series of daring exploits that take them from the depths of the Dead Cities to the war-ravaged shores of Kolanse, and from the shadowy alleys of the Imperial City to the desolate wastelands of the Bone Road. Along the way, they encounter a cast of unforgettable characters, including the enigmatic and powerful Tayschrenn, the fierce and loyal Barghast, the cunning and manipulative Lorn, and the mysterious and powerful Dancer.

The Crack d'Pot Trail:

Bauchelain and Korbal Broach, two necromancers, find themselves on a perilous journey through the Dead Cities, a desolate and abandoned realm filled with ancient ruins and mysterious creatures. They are tasked with retrieving a powerful artifact, the Crack d'Pot, which is said to have the ability to bring the dead back to life.

As they navigate through the treacherous terrain, they encounter a variety of challenges, including rival necromancers, deadly traps, and ancient curses. They also face the wrath of the Dead Cities' guardians, the mysterious and powerful Tiste Edur, who are determined to keep the Crack d'Pot out of the wrong hands.

Despite the dangers, Bauchelain and Korbal Broach are determined to succeed in their mission. They use their necromantic powers to summon powerful undead creatures to aid them in their quest, including the fearsome Bone Dogs and the terrifying Ghouls.

However, their journey is not without its consequences. They are forced to confront their own dark pasts and the demons that haunt them, and they must make difficult choices that will have a lasting impact on their lives and the fate of the Malazan Empire.

The Wurms of Blearmouth:

Bauchelain and Korbal Broach return to the Malazan Empire, this time to confront a new threat: the Wurms of Blearmouth, a massive swarm of deadly insects that have been ravaging the countryside. The duo is once again tasked with stopping the Wurms, but this time they must face a more formidable enemy than before.

As they travel through the Empire, they encounter a variety of challenges, including rival necromancers, political intrigue, and the wrath of the gods. They also face the Wurms themselves, a terrifying and unpredictable force that can turn even the most powerful creatures into mindless beasts.

Despite the odds, Bauchelain and Korbal Broach are determined to stop the Wurms. They use their necromantic powers to summon powerful undead creatures, including the fearsome Bone Dogs and the terrifying Ghouls, to aid them in their quest.

However, their journey is not without its consequences. They are forced to confront their own dark pasts and the demons that haunt them, and they must make difficult choices that will have a lasting impact on their lives and the fate of the Malazan Empire.

The Fiends of Nightmaria:

Bauchelain and Korbal Broach find themselves in the heart of the Malazan Empire, where they are tasked with stopping the rise of a powerful cult that worships the god Nightmaria. The cult is led by a charismatic and dangerous figure known as the High Priestess, who has the ability to control the minds of her followers and use them for her own evil purposes.

As Bauchelain and Korbal Broach investigate the cult, they discover a web of intrigue and betrayal that extends far beyond the boundaries of the Empire. They are forced to confront their own demons and the dark forces that have been controlling them for years, and they must make difficult choices that will have a lasting impact on their lives and the fate of the Malazan Empire.

In the end, Bauchelain and Korbal Broach are able to stop the cult and save the Malazan Empire from destruction. However, their journey is not without its costs, and they are left with a sense of emptiness and loss that will haunt them for years to come.

The novellas The Crack d'Pot Trail, The Wurms of Blearmouth, and The Fiends of Nightmaria are a thrilling and darkly comic exploration of the world of the Malazan Empire. They showcase the incredible power and complexity of the necromantic arts, as well as the complex and morally ambiguous characters that inhabit this world. These novellas are a must-read for fans of epic fantasy and anyone who loves a good adventure.

Weight: 340g
Dimension: 197 x 141 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780553824384