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Wikipedia article
The 'Alamut' series' consists of the two fantasy books 'Alamut' (Doubleday, 1989) and 'The Dagger and the Cross' (Doubleday, 1991) by Judith Tarr. The series is set in the same universe as 'The Hound and the Falcon', which was written first, but the 'Alamut series' describes events which occurred before the events in 'The Hound and the Falcon'.Stableford, Brian M. 'The A to Z of Fantasy Literature'. Lanham, Md.: Scarecrow Press, 2009. . p. 397.
The books mainly tells the story of the elf Prince Aidan from the elf kingdom of Rhiyana. The books contain elements of historical fiction, being set in the time of the Crusades and covering events like the Battle of Hattin, and including historical figures such as the leper king of Jerusalem Baldwin IV, the Muslim leader Saladin, and the Hashshashin of Alamut.
Reception
Reviewing 'The Dagger and the Cross', John C. Bunnell stated "Judith Tarr's latest novel combines military strategy, political intrigue, high romance, and subtle magic in a blend that should satisfy devotees of any one of the above."Bunnell, John C. (May 1991), "The Role of Books". 'Dragon' magazine, TSR, Inc. Issue 169, p. 52. Bunnell also lauded Tarr's characterisation, saying "Everyone has a place in the unfolding intrigues, and no one...is left a mere stereotype in Tarr's capable hands."
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Category:1989 American novels
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