The Birthgrave

Birthgrave Trilogy, Book 1

By: Tanith Lee

Narrated by: Charlie Albers

A mysterious woman awakens in the heart of a dormant volcano. She comes forth into a brutal ancient world transformed by genocidal pestilence, fierce beauty, and cultural devastation. She has no memory of herself, and she could be anyone—mortal woman, demoness lover, last living heir to a long-gone race, or a goddess of destruction. Compelled by the terrifying Karrakaz to search for the mysterious Jade that is the answer to her secret self, she embarks on a journey of timeless wonder.

Rediscover this realm of brilliant cruel beauty and seductive immortal ruins, of savage war and grand conquest, of falling stars and silver gods.

This 40th anniversary edition of legendary fantastist Tanith Lee's debut novel includes its original introduction by Marion Zimmer Bradley.

©2015 Tanith Lee (P)2026 Tantor Media

The best of the best; FINALLY on Audible!

I dont know how anyone can give a better review than Marion Zimmer Bradley in the intro.
I've read the book many times since it came out and want to say it is fresh in a way that seems impossible for a book written in 1975. It is unlike anything else I've ever read. I was worried that the narrator would have difficulty correctly imparting the "other"ness of the woman but was impressed with the dynamic flexibility she conveyed as the woman's experiences went from nothing to hubris to...well...read it. you wont be disappointed.