Kushiel’s Legacy

Kushiel’s Legacy is a series of fantasy novels by American novelist Jacqueline Carey . The series is set in Terre d’Ange, where the people follow a demi-god named Elua. Terra d’Ange is based on France. The series also includes locations based on other countries in Europe. The books start out following Phedre no Delaunay, a courtesan’s flawed and unwanted daughter who is sold into indenture. Publisher’s Weekly said of the series, “Carey’s triumph as a writer lies in her ability to turn these stock-nearly stereotyped-components into an engaging, fascinating novel.”