Mask and Dagger / Goblin Moon

Fantasy
Cover image for Mask and Dagger / Goblin Moon series
Fantasy

Summary

Within the labyrinthine streets of Gildemere and the shadowed depths of Darkwood Forest, Alistair Thorn navigates a world where loyalties are fractured and magic lurks in every corner. His journey is one of discovery, not just of hidden truths but of his own resilience. As alliances shift and enemies reveal their true faces, each confrontation tests his resolve and forces him to confront the cost of his choices. The stakes rise with every encounter, blending personal sacrifice with a larger fight against the encroaching darkness that threatens to consume Eldoria. The series pulses with tension, passion, and a relentless pursuit of justice amid chaos.

'Mask and Dagger / Goblin Moon' stands as a significant work within Teresa Edgerton's oeuvre, showcasing her mastery in blending dark fantasy with intricate character development. Known for her richly textured worlds and complex protagonists, Edgerton's series has garnered a dedicated following and critical acclaim, including several genre awards. Critics praise her for her vivid prose and innovative magic systems, though some note the series' dense narrative can challenge casual readers. It occupies a revered place in contemporary fantasy, often cited as a prime example of high fantasy with a literary edge.

Main Titles

In 'Goblin Moon,' the story unfolds in a world where magic and machinery intertwine, centering on the resourceful and cunning protagonist, Mira. As the moon rises to its full, an eerie glow awakens...
In 'Goblin Moon,' the story unfolds in a world where magic and machinery intertwine, centering on the resourceful and cunning protagonist, Mira. As the moon rises to its full, an eerie glow awakens ancient forces lurking beneath the surface of her city. Mira, caught between the shadows of her past and the demands of her present, finds herself embroiled in a dangerous quest to uncover a hidden conspiracy that threatens her homeland. With each step, she must navigate treacherous alliances and confront her deepest fears, all while deciphering the mysterious signals from beneath the goblin moon. Her journey is one of discovery and peril, where cunning and resilience are her only allies.
'The Gnome's Engine' continues the saga with Mira delving into the mysterious depths of her world’s forgotten technology. She encounters a gnome inventor whose ingenuity could hold the key to...
'The Gnome's Engine' continues the saga with Mira delving into the mysterious depths of her world’s forgotten technology. She encounters a gnome inventor whose ingenuity could hold the key to restoring balance or unleashing chaos. As they work together, Mira uncovers secrets buried beneath layers of time, revealing the true extent of the goblin moon’s influence on their civilization. The stakes escalate as shadowy enemies seek to harness the gnome’s invention for their own dark purposes. Mira must master new skills and confront her doubts to prevent catastrophe, discovering that sometimes the greatest power lies in understanding the hidden mechanisms that shape her world.