On a Pale Horse
On a Pale Horse by Piers Anthony is the first novel in the Incarnations of Immortality series, published by Random House Worlds on September 12, 1986. This 336-page book explores themes of life and death through a narrative that intertwines romance and conflicting loyalties, presenting a unique perspective on mortality and the responsibilities that come with it.
In this story, Zane inadvertently becomes the new Incarnation of Death after shooting the previous one, leading him to a reluctant acceptance of his new role. As he rides his pale horse across the world, he grapples with the unfairness of his task while becoming embroiled in a sinister plot orchestrated by Satan. The narrative delves into Zane’s struggle to protect Luna, the woman he loves, as he confronts the challenges posed by his unexpected position and the forces of evil. This edition offers readers an engaging blend of fantasy, action, and adventure.
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In this first novel of the Incarnations of Immortality, Piers Anthony combines a gripping story of romance and conflicting loyalties with a deeply moving examination of the meaning of life and death. This is a novel that will long linger in the reader’s mind.
Shooting Death was a mistake, as Zane soon discovered. For the man who killed the Incarnation of Death was immediately forced to assume the vacant position! Thereafter, he must speed over the world, riding his pale horse, and ending the lives of others.
Zane was forced to accept his unwelcome task, despite the rules that seemed woefully unfair. But then he found himself being drawn into an evil plot of Satan. Already the prince of Evil was forging a trap in which Zane must act to destroy Luna, the woman he loved.
He could see only one possible way to defeat the Father of Lies. It was unthinkable—but he had no other solution!
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