Vlad Taltos is a man living by his wits in a world dominated by the near-immortal Dragaerans. As a “short-lived” human, he has had to carve out a niche for himself, eventually becoming a high-level assassin and a person of significant interest to even the gods of his world.
Vlad is a master of both conventional weaponry and witchcraft (the human form of magic, which differs from Dragaeran sorcery). His narrative voice is cynical, sharp, and deeply personal, making the series as much about his internal growth as it is about his external adventures.
Over the course of the series, Vlad’s status changes significantly—from a rising criminal boss to a man on the run, and eventually to someone tasked with world-shaping responsibilities.
Reading Order
See the complete Vlad Taltos reading order for all books in the series.