![]() There’s a lot of world-building, especially as we explore the lands of Lywm-an-Esh, the first Mabden kingdom in the series. The story also travels to Lywm-an-Esh, the great kingdom only spoken of in book 1. ![]() We get to see more of these Mabden barbarians, getting to know Glandyth-a-Krae and their king, Lyr-a-Brode. What makes the story captivating is how Moorcock has expanded the world. ![]() There are several returning characters and a host of new ones. We pick up right where book 1 left off and are soon thrown into new developments. Now, Chaos Queen Xiombarg, who rules beyond on another plane, threatens Corum and the mortal world while hordes of Mabden barbarians are conquering what remains of civilized lands. After defeating Lord Arioch and restoring a fragment of order to the world, Corum is faced with growing dangers as the remaining Sword Rulers vow revenge on Corum. ![]() The Queen of the Swordsis the second book in the Corum series, continuing Corum’s adventures as he battles the gods of chaos. 7/10 Fun new characters and adventures but a little rushed ![]()
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