House of Chains

About “House of Chains”

The fourth book in Steven Erikson's The Malazan Book of the Fallen follows multiple storylines. In Northern Genabackis, a group of tribal warriors, including Karsa Orlong, launch a raid against lowlanders, marking the start of Karsa's remarkable journey. Several years later, Tavore, a new commander, takes charge of the last Malazan stronghold after the death of Coltaine. She must train twelve thousand inexperienced soldiers to fight against Sha'ik's rebel army. Meanwhile, in Raraku, Sha'ik leads a rebel force struggling with internal conflicts among its leaders. She also faces personal turmoil, knowing her enemy, Tavore, is her own sister. The novel explores themes of war, politics, and betrayal.