K.J. Parker
K.J. Parker is the pen name of British author Tom Holt. Parker's work is dark fantasy notable for its engineer protagonist who solves problems with technical skill rather than magic. The Fencer and Engineer trilogies are particularly celebrated for their unusual focus on craft and logistics in a fantasy world.
Works
- The Fencer TrilogySwordmaster seeks redemption after years of mercenary service and violence
- The Engineer TrilogyIntelligent protagonist navigates magical world through engineering and innovation
- Devices and DesiresWoman engineer schemes for power through intricate magical device construction
- Evil for EvilSequel exploring vendetta and transformation following magical device discovery
- The EscapementConclusion of trilogy involving temporal machine and historical consequences