Deryni novels
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The Deryni novels are a series
of historical fantasy
books written by American
-born author Katherine Kurtz
. The first novel
in the series to be published was Deryni Rising
in 1970, and the most recent novel in the series, Childe Morgan
, was published on December 5, 2006. As of May 2007, the series consists of five trilogies
(one not yet completed), one stand-alone novel, one short story
, two collections of short stories, and two reference books.
The series is set in the land of Gwynedd
, one of the fictional Eleven Kingdoms
. Gwynedd itself is a medieval
kingdom that roughly parallels 10th, 11th, and 12th century England, Scotland, and Wales with a powerful Holy Church (based on the Roman Catholic Church
), and a feudal
government ruled by a hereditary monarchy
. The population of the Eleven Kingdoms includes both humans and Deryni
, a race of people with inherent psychic and magical abilities. Throughout the course of the series, relations between humans and Deryni result in ongoing political
and religious
strife that is often interconnected with the individual lives of the main characters. While the plots of the novels often involve political, ecclesiastical, and military conflicts on a grand scale, they are counter-balanced by details of the characters' personal lives. Neither race is depicted as inherently "good" nor "evil", as both humans and Deryni are depicted as protagonist
s and antagonist
s at various points of the series. Additionally, the novels often depict the characters engaging in various forms of magic, and such scenes vary in importance from minor events to significant plot points.
The five Deryni trilogies were published in an order which does not match the internal literary chronology of the series. The first four trilogies alternated between the 12th and 10th centuries, while the fifth trilogy is set immediately prior to the events of the first trilogy. The stand-alone novel, King Kelson's Bride
, takes place after the third trilogy. The trilogies are briefly listed by publication date below, with a more detailed listing after.
Book series
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of historical fantasy
Historical fantasy
Historical fantasy is a sub-genre of fantasy and related to historical fiction, which makes use of specific elements of real world history. It is used as an umbrella term for the sword and sorcery genre and sometimes, if fantasy is involved, the sword-and-sandal genre too...
books written by American
United States
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-born author Katherine Kurtz
Katherine Kurtz
Katherine Kurtz is the author of numerous fantasy novels, most notably the Deryni novels. Although born in America, for the past several years, up until just recently, she has lived in a castle in Ireland...
. The first novel
Novel
A novel is a book of long narrative in literary prose. The genre has historical roots both in the fields of the medieval and early modern romance and in the tradition of the novella. The latter supplied the present generic term in the late 18th century....
in the series to be published was Deryni Rising
Deryni Rising
Deryni Rising is a historical fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Ballantine Books as the nineteenth volume of the celebrated Ballantine Adult Fantasy series in August, 1970, and was reprinted at least ten times over the next three decades...
in 1970, and the most recent novel in the series, Childe Morgan
Childe Morgan
Childe Morgan is a fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was published by Ace Books on December 5, 2006. It is the fifteenth of Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, the second book in the fifth Deryni trilogy, the Childe Morgan trilogy...
, was published on December 5, 2006. As of May 2007, the series consists of five trilogies
Trilogy
A trilogy is a set of three works of art that are connected, and that can be seen either as a single work or as three individual works. They are commonly found in literature, film, or video games...
(one not yet completed), one stand-alone novel, one short story
Short story
A short story is a work of fiction that is usually written in prose, often in narrative format. This format tends to be more pointed than longer works of fiction, such as novellas and novels. Short story definitions based on length differ somewhat, even among professional writers, in part because...
, two collections of short stories, and two reference books.
The series is set in the land of Gwynedd
Gwynedd (Fictional)
The fictional Kingdom of Gwynedd is the primary setting of the Deryni series of historical fantasy novels by Katherine Kurtz.There had been a historical Kingdom of Gwynedd, an important part of Wales with a long history of its own...
, one of the fictional Eleven Kingdoms
Eleven Kingdoms (Fictional)
The Eleven Kingdoms is a fictional collection of nations that serve as the primary setting of the Deryni novels of Katherine Kurtz. Although the exact number of sovereign kingdoms varies through the literary history of the novels, the term remains in use throughout the series.-Bremagne:The Kingdom...
. Gwynedd itself is a medieval
Middle Ages
The Middle Ages is a periodization of European history from the 5th century to the 15th century. The Middle Ages follows the fall of the Western Roman Empire in 476 and precedes the Early Modern Era. It is the middle period of a three-period division of Western history: Classic, Medieval and Modern...
kingdom that roughly parallels 10th, 11th, and 12th century England, Scotland, and Wales with a powerful Holy Church (based on the Roman Catholic Church
Roman Catholic Church
The Catholic Church, also known as the Roman Catholic Church, is the world's largest Christian church, with over a billion members. Led by the Pope, it defines its mission as spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ, administering the sacraments and exercising charity...
), and a feudal
Feudalism
Feudalism was a set of legal and military customs in medieval Europe that flourished between the 9th and 15th centuries, which, broadly defined, was a system for ordering society around relationships derived from the holding of land in exchange for service or labour.Although derived from the...
government ruled by a hereditary monarchy
Monarchy
A monarchy is a form of government in which the office of head of state is usually held until death or abdication and is often hereditary and includes a royal house. In some cases, the monarch is elected...
. The population of the Eleven Kingdoms includes both humans and Deryni
Deryni
The Deryni are a fictional race of humans who possess a variety of psychic and magical abilities in the Deryni series of historical fantasy novels by Katherine Kurtz...
, a race of people with inherent psychic and magical abilities. Throughout the course of the series, relations between humans and Deryni result in ongoing political
Politics
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and religious
Religion
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strife that is often interconnected with the individual lives of the main characters. While the plots of the novels often involve political, ecclesiastical, and military conflicts on a grand scale, they are counter-balanced by details of the characters' personal lives. Neither race is depicted as inherently "good" nor "evil", as both humans and Deryni are depicted as protagonist
Protagonist
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s and antagonist
Antagonist
An antagonist is a character, group of characters, or institution, that represents the opposition against which the protagonist must contend...
s at various points of the series. Additionally, the novels often depict the characters engaging in various forms of magic, and such scenes vary in importance from minor events to significant plot points.
Novels
King Kelson's Bride
King Kelson's Bride is a historical fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Ace Books in 2000. It was the thirteenth of Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, and the only novel in the series that was not part of a trilogy...
, takes place after the third trilogy. The trilogies are briefly listed by publication date below, with a more detailed listing after.
- Publication Order of the Deryni Novels:
- The Chronicles of the Deryni
- The Legends of Camber of Culdi
- The Histories of King Kelson
- The Heirs of Saint Camber
- King Kelson's Bride
- The Childe Morgan Trilogy
The Chronicles of the Deryni
- Deryni RisingDeryni RisingDeryni Rising is a historical fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Ballantine Books as the nineteenth volume of the celebrated Ballantine Adult Fantasy series in August, 1970, and was reprinted at least ten times over the next three decades...
(1970)- November 1120: Kelson Haldane must protect his crown from a Deryni usurper.
- Deryni CheckmateDeryni CheckmateDeryni Checkmate is a historical fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Ballantine Books as the forty-sixth volume of the celebrated Ballantine Adult Fantasy series in May 1972, and has been reprinted a number of times since. The author released a revised...
(1972)- March 1121: Alaric MorganAlaric MorganAlaric Morgan is a fictional character in the Deryni series of historical fantasy novels by Katherine Kurtz.-Character introduction:Alaric Anthony Morgan is the seventh Duke of Corwyn and Lord General of the Royal Armies of Gwynedd. He is a close advisor and friend of both King Brion Haldane and...
and Duncan McLainDuncan McLainDuncan McLain is a fictional character in the Deryni series of historical fantasy novels by Katherine Kurtz.-Character introduction:Duncan Howard McLain is a Deryni priest and close confidant of King Kelson Haldane of Gwynedd...
face the wrath of the Holy Church.
- March 1121: Alaric Morgan
- High DeryniHigh DeryniHigh Deryni is a historical fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Ballantine Books as the sixty-first volume of the celebrated Ballantine Adult Fantasy series in September, 1973, and has been reprinted a number of times since. A revised and updated...
(1973)- June 1121 – July 1121: Kelson Haldane attempts to repair an ecclesiastical schism on the eve of a foreign invasion.
The Legends of Camber of Culdi
- Camber of CuldiCamber of Culdi (novel)Camber of Culdi is fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Ballantine Books on June 12, 1976. It was the fourth novel in Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, and the first book in her second Deryni trilogy, The Legends of Camber of Culdi...
(1976)- September 903 – December 904: The events that inspired Camber MacRorie to lead the Haldane Restoration.
- Saint CamberSaint CamberSaint Camber is a historical fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Ballantine Books in 1978. It was the fifth of Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, and the second book in her second Deryni trilogy, The Legends of Camber of Culdi...
(1978)- June 905 – January 907: The struggles of Camber MacRorie to protect the throne of Cinhil Haldane.
- Camber the HereticCamber the HereticCamber the Heretic is a fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Ballantine Books in 1981. It was the sixth novel of Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, and the third book in her second Deryni trilogy, The Legends of Camber of Culdi...
(1981)- January 917 – January 918: An anti-Deryni backlash sweeps through Gwynedd, threatening the lives of every Deryni in the kingdom.
The Histories of King Kelson
- The Bishop's HeirThe Bishop's HeirThe Bishop's Heir is a fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Ballantine Books in 1984. It was the seventh of Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, and the first book in her third Deryni trilogy, The Histories of King Kelson...
(1984)- November 1123 – January 1124: An old political conflict threatens to erupt once again.
- The King's JusticeThe King's JusticeThe King's Justice is a historical fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Ballantine Books in 1985. It was the eighth of Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, and the second book in her third Deryni trilogy, The Histories of King Kelson...
(1985)- May 1124 – July 1124: Kelson Haldane leads a military campaign to put down a rebellion
- The Quest for Saint CamberThe Quest for Saint CamberThe Quest for Saint Camber is a historical fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Ballantine Books in 1986. It was the ninth of Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, and the third book in her third Deryni trilogy, The Histories of King Kelson...
(1986)- March 1125 – June 1125: A tragic accident befalls Kelson Haldane during a religious quest.
The Heirs of Saint Camber
- The Harrowing of GwyneddThe Harrowing of GwyneddThe Harrowing of Gwynedd is a historical fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Del Rey Books in 1989. It was the tenth of Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, and the first book in her fourth Deryni trilogy, The Heirs of Saint Camber...
(1989)- January 918 – August 918: The Deryni desperately try to survive the persecutions.
- King Javan's YearKing Javan's YearKing Javan's Year is a historical fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Del Rey Books in 1992. It was the eleventh of Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, and the second book in her fourth Deryni trilogy, The Heirs of Saint Camber...
(1992)- June 921 – October 922: Javan Haldane struggles to secure his throne.
- The Bastard PrinceThe Bastard PrinceThe Bastard Prince is a fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Del Rey Books in 1994. It was the twelfth of Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, and the third book in her fourth Deryni trilogy, The Heirs of Saint Camber...
(1994)- May 928 – December 928: Rhys Michael Haldane must defend his crown from a foreign invader.
The Childe Morgan Trilogy
- In the King's ServiceIn the King's ServiceIn the King's Service is a historical fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Ace Books in 2003. It was the fourteenth of Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, and the first book in the fifth Deryni trilogy, the Childe Morgan trilogy...
(2003)- Summer 1082 – November 1091: Donal Blaine Haldane seeks a Deryni protector for his sons.
- Childe MorganChilde MorganChilde Morgan is a fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was published by Ace Books on December 5, 2006. It is the fifteenth of Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, the second book in the fifth Deryni trilogy, the Childe Morgan trilogy...
(2006)- December 1093 - March 1096: Kenneth and Alyce Morgan prepare their son AlaricAlaric MorganAlaric Morgan is a fictional character in the Deryni series of historical fantasy novels by Katherine Kurtz.-Character introduction:Alaric Anthony Morgan is the seventh Duke of Corwyn and Lord General of the Royal Armies of Gwynedd. He is a close advisor and friend of both King Brion Haldane and...
for his future role.
- December 1093 - March 1096: Kenneth and Alyce Morgan prepare their son Alaric
- (unknown title) (unknown publication date)
- (details not yet announced)
Other novels
- King Kelson's BrideKing Kelson's BrideKing Kelson's Bride is a historical fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Ace Books in 2000. It was the thirteenth of Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, and the only novel in the series that was not part of a trilogy...
(2000)- June 1128 – August 1128: Kelson Haldane faces the plots and intrigues of the TorenthTorenthTorenth is a fictional kingdom in the Deryni series of historical fantasy novels by Katherine Kurtz. It lies to the east of the Kingdom of Gwynedd, and the rulers of the two kingdoms often oppose each other, with the Torenthi monarchs serving as antagonists to the Haldane kings that are the...
i royal court.
- June 1128 – August 1128: Kelson Haldane faces the plots and intrigues of the Torenth
Short stories
- "Swords Against the Marluk" (1977)
- Set in 1105, the story details the battle between Brion Haldane and Hogan Gwernach Furstán-Festil. Originally published in the fourth volume of Flashing Swords!Flashing Swords!Flashing Swords! was a series of fantasy anthologies published by Dell Books from 1973 to 1981 under the editorship of Lin Carter. It showcased the heroic fantasy work of the members of the Swordsmen and Sorcerers' Guild of America , a somewhat informal literary group active from the 1960s to the...
, the events of this tale will be expanded upon in the Childe Morgan Trilogy.
- Set in 1105, the story details the battle between Brion Haldane and Hogan Gwernach Furstán-Festil. Originally published in the fourth volume of Flashing Swords!
- The Deryni Archives (1986)
- A collection of short stories that take place at different points throughout Gwyneddan history. All of the stories were written by Katherine Kurtz.
- "Catalyst": In the fall of 888, a young Rhys ThurynRhys ThurynRhys Thuryn is a fictional character in the Deryni series of historical fantasy novels by Katherine Kurtz.-Character introduction:Rhys Malachy Thuryn is a highly-talented Deryni Healer and the son-in-law of Earl Camber MacRorie of Culdi...
discovers his abilities as a Healer. This story was first published in Moonsinger's Friends in 1985. - "Healer's Song": In August 914, Rhys Thuryn and his wife celebrate the birth of their new son. This story was first published in Fantasy Book in 1982.
- "Vocation": In December 977, a reluctant noble feels the lure of a religious life. This story was first published in Nine Visions in 1983.
- "Bethane": In the summer of 1100, a bitter old woman encounters a group of young Deryni nobles. This story was first published in Hecate's Cauldron in 1982.
- "The Priesting of Arilan": From August 1104 to February 1105, Denis Arilan attempts to become the first Deryni priest in two centuries.
- "Legacy": In June 1105, Charissa Furstána-Festila relates the tale of her father's battle with King Brion Haldane. This story was first published in Fantasy Book in 1983.
- "The Knighting of Derry": In May 1115, Sean Lord Derry travels to the royal court and meets Duke Alaric Morgan.
- "Trial": In the spring of 1118, Alaric Morgan observes the trial of an accused murderer.
- "Catalyst": In the fall of 888, a young Rhys Thuryn
- Release details: 1986, USA, Del Rey BooksDel Rey BooksDel Rey Books is a branch of Ballantine Books, which is owned by Random House and, in turn since 1998, by Bertelsmann AG. It is a separate imprint established in 1977 under the editorship of author Lester del Rey and his wife Judy-Lynn del Rey. It specializes in science fiction and fantasy...
ISBN 0-345-32678-4, Pub date 12 July 1986, PaperbackPaperbackPaperback, softback or softcover describe and refer to a book by the nature of its binding. The covers of such books are usually made of paper or paperboard, and are usually held together with glue rather than stitches or staples...
- A collection of short stories that take place at different points throughout Gwyneddan history. All of the stories were written by Katherine Kurtz.
- "Venture In Vain" (2001)
- Set in the year 1089, only 300 copies of this rare, limited-edition short story were published.
- Deryni Tales (2002)
- A collection of short stories written by fans of the Deryni series. Katherine Kurtz edited the collection and contributed an additional short story of her own. Kurtz' story, "The Green Tower", is set in 1052 and tells the tale of two young girls and the events surrounding a dangerous magical experiment.
- Release details: 2002, USA, Ace BooksAce BooksAce Books is the oldest active specialty publisher of science fiction and fantasy books. The company was founded in New York City in 1952 by Aaron A. Wyn, and began as a genre publisher of mysteries and westerns...
ISBN 0-441-00944-1, Pub date 28 May 2002, PaperbackPaperbackPaperback, softback or softcover describe and refer to a book by the nature of its binding. The covers of such books are usually made of paper or paperboard, and are usually held together with glue rather than stitches or staples...
Reference books
- Deryni Magic (1990)
- A companion book to the series that details the fictional style of magic used by the DeryniDeryniThe Deryni are a fictional race of humans who possess a variety of psychic and magical abilities in the Deryni series of historical fantasy novels by Katherine Kurtz...
, including both natural psychic abilities and complex arcane rituals. - Release details: 1990, USA, Del Rey BooksDel Rey BooksDel Rey Books is a branch of Ballantine Books, which is owned by Random House and, in turn since 1998, by Bertelsmann AG. It is a separate imprint established in 1977 under the editorship of author Lester del Rey and his wife Judy-Lynn del Rey. It specializes in science fiction and fantasy...
ISBN 0-345-36117-2, Pub date 15 December 1990, PaperbackPaperbackPaperback, softback or softcover describe and refer to a book by the nature of its binding. The covers of such books are usually made of paper or paperboard, and are usually held together with glue rather than stitches or staples...
- A companion book to the series that details the fictional style of magic used by the Deryni
- Codex Derynianus (1998)
- Written by Katherine Kurtz and Robert Reginald, this book is a comprehensive encyclopedia of the people and places in the Deryni series, including maps and genealogical charts. The first edition of the book was a limited-edition hardcoverHardcoverA hardcover, hardback or hardbound is a book bound with rigid protective covers...
slipcase of which only 500 were printed. In 2005, a second edition of the book was published as a trade paperback, and it was updated to include information from King Kelson's Bride. - Release details:
- 1998, USA, Borgo PressBorgo PressThe Borgo Press was a small publishing company founded by Robert Reginald in 1975 funded by the royalties gained from his first major reference work.The same year Borgo Press was founded, Robert Reginald met Mary Wickizer Rogers, a student at Cal State...
(ISBN 0-89370-011-8) and Underwood Books (ISBN 1-887424-33-4), Hardcover (first edition) - 2005, USA, Underwood Books ISBN 1-887424-96-2, Pub date 10 October 2005, Paperback (second edition)
- 1998, USA, Borgo Press
- Written by Katherine Kurtz and Robert Reginald, this book is a comprehensive encyclopedia of the people and places in the Deryni series, including maps and genealogical charts. The first edition of the book was a limited-edition hardcover
Sources
- Katherine Kurtz, Camber of CuldiCamber of Culdi (novel)Camber of Culdi is fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Ballantine Books on June 12, 1976. It was the fourth novel in Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, and the first book in her second Deryni trilogy, The Legends of Camber of Culdi...
, ISBN 0-345-24590-3 - Katherine Kurtz, Saint CamberSaint CamberSaint Camber is a historical fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Ballantine Books in 1978. It was the fifth of Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, and the second book in her second Deryni trilogy, The Legends of Camber of Culdi...
, ISBN 0-345-27750-3 - Katherine Kurtz, Camber the HereticCamber the HereticCamber the Heretic is a fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Ballantine Books in 1981. It was the sixth novel of Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, and the third book in her second Deryni trilogy, The Legends of Camber of Culdi...
, ISBN 0-345-33142-7 - Katherine Kurtz, The Harrowing of GwyneddThe Harrowing of GwyneddThe Harrowing of Gwynedd is a historical fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Del Rey Books in 1989. It was the tenth of Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, and the first book in her fourth Deryni trilogy, The Heirs of Saint Camber...
, ISBN 0-345-33259-8 - Katherine Kurtz, King Javan's YearKing Javan's YearKing Javan's Year is a historical fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Del Rey Books in 1992. It was the eleventh of Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, and the second book in her fourth Deryni trilogy, The Heirs of Saint Camber...
, ISBN 0-345-33260-1 - Katherine Kurtz, The Bastard PrinceThe Bastard PrinceThe Bastard Prince is a fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Del Rey Books in 1994. It was the twelfth of Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, and the third book in her fourth Deryni trilogy, The Heirs of Saint Camber...
, ISBN 0-345-33262-8 - Katherine Kurtz, In the King's ServiceIn the King's ServiceIn the King's Service is a historical fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Ace Books in 2003. It was the fourteenth of Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, and the first book in the fifth Deryni trilogy, the Childe Morgan trilogy...
, ISBN 0-441-01060-1 - Katherine Kurtz, Childe MorganChilde MorganChilde Morgan is a fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was published by Ace Books on December 5, 2006. It is the fifteenth of Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, the second book in the fifth Deryni trilogy, the Childe Morgan trilogy...
, ISBN 0-441-01282-5 - Katherine Kurtz, Deryni RisingDeryni RisingDeryni Rising is a historical fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Ballantine Books as the nineteenth volume of the celebrated Ballantine Adult Fantasy series in August, 1970, and was reprinted at least ten times over the next three decades...
, ISBN 0-345-01981-4 - Katherine Kurtz, Deryni CheckmateDeryni CheckmateDeryni Checkmate is a historical fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Ballantine Books as the forty-sixth volume of the celebrated Ballantine Adult Fantasy series in May 1972, and has been reprinted a number of times since. The author released a revised...
, ISBN 0-345-22598-8 - Katherine Kurtz, High DeryniHigh DeryniHigh Deryni is a historical fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Ballantine Books as the sixty-first volume of the celebrated Ballantine Adult Fantasy series in September, 1973, and has been reprinted a number of times since. A revised and updated...
, ISBN 0-345-23485-5 - Katherine Kurtz, The Bishop's HeirThe Bishop's HeirThe Bishop's Heir is a fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Ballantine Books in 1984. It was the seventh of Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, and the first book in her third Deryni trilogy, The Histories of King Kelson...
, ISBN 0-345-31824-2 - Katherine Kurtz, The King's JusticeThe King's JusticeThe King's Justice is a historical fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Ballantine Books in 1985. It was the eighth of Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, and the second book in her third Deryni trilogy, The Histories of King Kelson...
, ISBN 0-345-31825-0 - Katherine Kurtz, The Quest for Saint CamberThe Quest for Saint CamberThe Quest for Saint Camber is a historical fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Ballantine Books in 1986. It was the ninth of Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, and the third book in her third Deryni trilogy, The Histories of King Kelson...
, ISBN 0-345-31826-9 - Katherine Kurtz, King Kelson's BrideKing Kelson's BrideKing Kelson's Bride is a historical fantasy novel by American-born author Katherine Kurtz. It was first published by Ace Books in 2000. It was the thirteenth of Kurtz' Deryni novels to be published, and the only novel in the series that was not part of a trilogy...
, ISBN 0-441-00732-5 - Katherine Kurtz, The Deryni Archives, ISBN 0-345-32678-4
- Katherine Kurtz and Robert Reginald, Codex Derynianus (second edition), ISBN 1-887424-96-2
- Deryni FAQ
External links
- Deryni Destination, the official website of Katherine Kurtz & all things Deryni
- Deryni Archives The Magazine
- [irc://irc.otherworlders.org/deryni_destinations The official chat of Katherine Kurtz.]