by Fred Saberhagen (1988)
A blend of science fiction and fantasy, the Book of Swords series describes twelve magically swords forged with specific enhancements, and sometimes serious detracting abilities granted to the one who wields them. The stories are generally well written with plenty of plot twists and conflicts for the protagonist to overcome. If you enjoy a good quest, or a trip down fantasy lane, you may be interested in this book and the remaining series. See the [Wikipedia entry][1] for further details on the series. [1]:
Andre Norton
The offspring of Simon Tregarth, half earthling, half witch-brood, realized that they alone could perceive the four directions -- for everyone else, there was no East! It was a blank in the mind, a blank in legend and history. And when new menaces threatened, the Tregarths realized that in that mental barrier there lay the key to all their world. Somewhere to the unknown eastward must lie the sorcery that had secretly molded their destinies!
Sarah Monette
Melusine-a city of secrets and lies, pleasure and pain, magic and corruption. It is here that wizard Felix Harrowgate and cat-burglar Mildmay the Fox will find their destinies intertwined in a world of sensuality and savagery.
Fiona McIntosh
Wyl Thirsk must walk his most dangerous path yet-- straight into the brutal clutches of Celimus--in a desperate attempt to save his nation, his love, and himself.
James Jaros
With their enemies fast on their trail, a caravan of survivors, including Jessie and her daughters, moves quickly into the Great American Desert, but the danger of pursuit pales before the horror that lies ahead in the City of Shade--a place overrun by savagery, madness and monsters.