Death's Master

In the archaic realm of the Flat Earth, a cosmos where indifferent gods dwell in the Upperearth, passionate demons in the Underearth, and mortals in between, Lord Uhlume, Death's Master and King of Shadow, makes an extraordinary pact. This bargain ignites a complex chain of events, weaving together the fates of mortals and deities, rulers and wanderers, sorcerers and witches. As the clandestine key to immortality falls into human hands, a maelstrom of dark magic and malevolence is unleashed upon the world. The very fabric of mortal love and sanity is tested, prompting profound inquiries into the essence and objective of life itself. Tanith Lee masterfully crafts an arabesque high fantasy, reminiscent of "The One Thousand and One Nights," transporting readers to a vibrant world of opulent palaces, ethereal beings, fierce passions, and eternal devotion, exploring the profound implications of life, death, and power.