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| Book Title | The Book of Silence |
| Series | Lords of Dûs |
| Genre | Fantasy |
| Author | Lawrence Watt-Evans |
| Publisher | Del Rey Books |
| Published | December 12, 1983 |
| Format | Mass Market Paperback |
| Condition | Good |
| Condition Notes | This mass market paperback is in Good condition with moderate cosmetic wear consistent with an older, well-read vintage paperback. The front cover shows noticeable handling wear, including surface soiling, age toning, scattered stains, and moderate edge and corner wear. There is rubbing along the spine with light creasing from reading, though the binding remains solid and intact. The cover artwork is still bright and fully legible despite the accumulated wear. Interior pages are complete with expected age-related tanning but appear free of major tears, loose pages, or heavy markings. Overall, this is a sturdy, complete reading copy that still presents well on the shelf and would make a fine addition to a vintage fantasy collection. |
| Condition | Good |
After surviving impossible trials, ancient gods, cursed relics, and the devastating power of the Sword of Bheleu, Garth of Ord faces the final chapter of his extraordinary journey. The Gods of Hatred and Destruction have manipulated him for their own purposes, but now an even greater force enters the game—the mysterious God of Death.
The fate of the world rests upon an ancient artifact known as the Book of Silence, a relic whose existence predates kingdoms and whose power could alter the balance between gods and mortals forever. As rival deities maneuver for control and powerful servants of darkness pursue him across the land, Garth must navigate political intrigue, supernatural dangers, and impossible moral choices. Accompanied by loyal allies and burdened by knowledge few mortals should possess, he journeys toward the final confrontation where the destiny of entire civilizations—and perhaps the gods themselves—will be decided.
Unlike many fantasy finales that rely solely on overwhelming battles, The Book of Silence emphasizes intelligence, sacrifice, and careful decision-making. Lawrence Watt-Evans concludes the Lords of Dûs saga with a thoughtful blend of epic adventure, philosophical themes, and satisfying character development, bringing Garth’s remarkable story to a memorable and rewarding conclusion.
EugeneBookStore Summary
The concluding volume of the acclaimed Lords of Dûs series delivers an intelligent and satisfying finale that rewards readers who have followed Garth’s journey from reluctant adventurer to world-changing hero. Combining sword-and-sorcery action with cosmic mythology inspired by H. P. Lovecraft, Lawrence Watt-Evans crafts a finale that stands apart from traditional fantasy by favoring clever solutions over brute force. It is widely regarded as one of the strongest classic fantasy quartets of the 1980s.
Collector Notes
The Book of Silence completes the four-volume Lords of Dûs series and is an essential volume for collectors seeking a complete matching Del Rey paperback set. Original first Del Rey printings remain desirable among collectors of classic 1980s fantasy, particularly when assembled alongside The Lure of the Basilisk, The Seven Altars of Dûsarra, and The Sword of Bheleu. Lawrence Watt-Evans’ reputation for thoughtful, intelligently written fantasy has made this series increasingly appreciated by collectors of vintage fantasy paperbacks
