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''Thunderlord!'' is a 2016 science fiction novel written by
Deborah J. Ross Deborah J. Ross (also known as, Deborah Wheeler; born April 1947), is an American science fiction and fantasy author. Biography Deborah Jean Ross was born in April 1947 and grew up in California. She attended Portland State University, graduat ...
. Although the 24rd novel published in the ''Darkover'' saga, it is the third book in chronological order.


Plot

A generation after a time period known in the Darkover universe as ''The Age of Chaos'' a character by the name Gwynn has lost his family in the conflict. His life's ambition has become plotting revenge against those who caused his family's loss. He seeks to marry a woman with the genetic power to control the storms, in hopes that his offspring will use it to against Aldaran. Kyria, his selected bride is attracted to Gwynn because of his financial status and other reasons. During her journey through the mountains to Scathfell, where she will formally wed, she and her sister come across Edric, a young heir to Aldaran. Edric also possesses the power to control thunderstorms, a power he has been warned to be cautious of because of the mass danger it poses to all. Their companionship brings them closer and creates an opportunity for their arch-rival kingdoms to unite.


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Having Fun With Women Characters in ''Thunderlord'' (aka "Jane Austen on Darkover")
by Deborah J. Ross * {{Darkover Darkover books 2016 American novels American science fiction novels 2016 science fiction novels DAW Books books Novels by Deborah J. Ross