An anthology of dark tales by top fantasy authors, centered on assassins and their deadly contracts.
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An anthology of dark tales by top fantasy authors, centered on assassins and their deadly contracts.
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Only one profession is at once more reviled and revered than any other...that of the hired blade. The paid killer. The assassin. The When Swords Fall Silent anthology showcases the imaginations and talents of more than a dozen of the best modern science-fiction and fantasy authors, with each tale centered around one or more characters burdened with a bloody task they will see to completion no matter the cost. Featuring writers such as Michael J. Sullivan, Terry Mancour, Andrew Rowe, Marie Brenna...
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Romance & sex
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Minimal sexual content; brief or implied moments in some stories. Potential implied sexual threats in dark contexts.
Violence & gore
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Extreme violence; graphic depictions of murder and assassination central to all tales.
Profanity
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Moderate profanity; occasional strong language in some stories.
Substance use
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Minor substance use; brief mentions of alcohol in some contexts.
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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Minor representation; possible fleeting references in select stories.
Religious content
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Minor religious themes; occasional cultural or ritual references.
Magic & witchcraft
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Moderate magic use; fantasy spellcasting in some stories, not occult-focused.
Occult / demonology
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No evidence found in available sources.
Political content
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Major political themes; corrupt empires and societal wrongs central to many plots.
Self-harm / suicide
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Minor mentions; possible fleeting references to despair or sacrifice.
Abuse & suffering
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Major themes of suffering; systemic cruelty and oppression in several stories. Potential implied sexual threats in dark contexts.
Other
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