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Calgar's Fury
An action-packed novel about Marneus Calgar, Chapter Master of the Ultramarines and Lord of Macragge, written by critically acclaimed author Paul Kearney.
The Realm of Ultramar stands as a shining beacon of order and strength in a galaxy wracked by war and torment. Custodian of this realm, the Chapter Master of the Ultramarines, Marneus Calgar, has fought many foes and won countless wars to ensure its borders remain safe. But when an immense space hulk emerges into the Ultramar system, carrying with it the threat of something ancient and terrible, it is Calgar once again who stands in defence of his realm, prepared to meet whatever horrors are aboard and discover the mystery at the heart of the ship dubbed Fury .
The Realm of Ultramar stands as a shining beacon of order and strength in a galaxy wracked by war and torment. Custodian of this realm, the Chapter Master of the Ultramarines, Marneus Calgar, has fought many foes and won countless wars to ensure its borders remain safe. But when an immense space hulk emerges into the Ultramar system, carrying with it the threat of something ancient and terrible, it is Calgar once again who stands in defence of his realm, prepared to meet whatever horrors are aboard and discover the mystery at the heart of the ship dubbed Fury .
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368 pages, Paperback
Published October 10, 2017
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About the author
Paul Kearney
48 books531 followersPaul Kearney was born in rural County Antrim, Ireland, in 1967. His father was a butcher, and his mother was a nurse. He rode horses, had lots of cousins, and cut turf and baled hay. He often smelled of cowshit.
He grew up through the worst of the 'Troubles' in Northern Ireland, a time when bombs and gunfire were part of every healthy young boy's adolescence. He developed an unhealthy interest in firearms and Blowing Things Up - but what growing boy hasn't?
By some fluke of fate he managed to get to Oxford University, and studied Old Norse, Anglo-Saxon and Middle English.
He began writing books because he had no other choice. His first, written at aged sixteen, was a magnificent epic, influenced heavily by James Joyce, Samuel Beckett, Robert E Howard, and Playboy. It was enormous, colourful, purple-prosed, and featured a lot of Very Large Swords.
His second was rather better, and was published by Victor Gollancz over a very boozy lunch with a very shrewd editor.
Luckily, in those days editors met authors face to face, and Kearney's Irish charm wangled him a long series of contracts with Gollancz, and other publishers. He still thinks he can't write for toffee, but others have, insanely, begged to differ.
Kearney has been writing full-time for twenty-eight years now, and can't imagine doing anything else. Though he has often tried.
He grew up through the worst of the 'Troubles' in Northern Ireland, a time when bombs and gunfire were part of every healthy young boy's adolescence. He developed an unhealthy interest in firearms and Blowing Things Up - but what growing boy hasn't?
By some fluke of fate he managed to get to Oxford University, and studied Old Norse, Anglo-Saxon and Middle English.
He began writing books because he had no other choice. His first, written at aged sixteen, was a magnificent epic, influenced heavily by James Joyce, Samuel Beckett, Robert E Howard, and Playboy. It was enormous, colourful, purple-prosed, and featured a lot of Very Large Swords.
His second was rather better, and was published by Victor Gollancz over a very boozy lunch with a very shrewd editor.
Luckily, in those days editors met authors face to face, and Kearney's Irish charm wangled him a long series of contracts with Gollancz, and other publishers. He still thinks he can't write for toffee, but others have, insanely, begged to differ.
Kearney has been writing full-time for twenty-eight years now, and can't imagine doing anything else. Though he has often tried.
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March 1, 2021
Reread this one. Original review still stands below. But a few things about this book:
Good to bear in mind this is happening before the return of Guilliman.
The Mechanicus trapped on Fury are not Dark Mechanicus, this shows the multiple loyalties different groups can have-sometimes in conflict and sometimes overlapping. Very interesting.
the rest of the original review follows:
Calgar's Fury brings us back to the penultimate Adeptus Astartes chapter- The Ultramarines. Marneus Calgar is Custodian of Ultramaar and Chapter Master of the Ultramarines. While on duty in Ultramaar an enormous space hulk appears out of the void. Hulks are derelict warships that have been drifting through the void and the warp. They are often composites of other wrecks and space debris that have been pulled together by the artificial gravity of the hulk. This particular hulk has traveled the warp for thousands of years and it has a name- The Fury.
The Fury was a ship that left Imperial space thousands of years ago and was deemed lost in the warp. But now it has returned and the Adeptus Mechanicus and the Space marines want to see what is onboard since it might possess powerful ancient technology. But the problem with hulks that have been drifting in the warp-they may have unwelcome passengers of all kinds. The Fury certainly has its share of Chaos beings and "something else". As the Chapter starts to unravel the mystery of the Fury-they come to learn of the strange saying "Insanista in Tenebris".
A good story about the Ultramarines and their Chapter Master. The addition of the Mechanicus and the Inquisition is a welcome addition to this story. The idea behind a space hulk and the need to explore it for powerful tech does make sense in the setting of the 41st Century.
No spoilers-so you'll have to read it to find out just who/what is onboard the Fury. But if you enjoy a good Space marines story or are a fan of the Ultramarines chapter-then you will enjoy this book.
Good to bear in mind this is happening before the return of Guilliman.
The Mechanicus trapped on Fury are not Dark Mechanicus, this shows the multiple loyalties different groups can have-sometimes in conflict and sometimes overlapping. Very interesting.
the rest of the original review follows:
Calgar's Fury brings us back to the penultimate Adeptus Astartes chapter- The Ultramarines. Marneus Calgar is Custodian of Ultramaar and Chapter Master of the Ultramarines. While on duty in Ultramaar an enormous space hulk appears out of the void. Hulks are derelict warships that have been drifting through the void and the warp. They are often composites of other wrecks and space debris that have been pulled together by the artificial gravity of the hulk. This particular hulk has traveled the warp for thousands of years and it has a name- The Fury.
The Fury was a ship that left Imperial space thousands of years ago and was deemed lost in the warp. But now it has returned and the Adeptus Mechanicus and the Space marines want to see what is onboard since it might possess powerful ancient technology. But the problem with hulks that have been drifting in the warp-they may have unwelcome passengers of all kinds. The Fury certainly has its share of Chaos beings and "something else". As the Chapter starts to unravel the mystery of the Fury-they come to learn of the strange saying "Insanista in Tenebris".
A good story about the Ultramarines and their Chapter Master. The addition of the Mechanicus and the Inquisition is a welcome addition to this story. The idea behind a space hulk and the need to explore it for powerful tech does make sense in the setting of the 41st Century.
No spoilers-so you'll have to read it to find out just who/what is onboard the Fury. But if you enjoy a good Space marines story or are a fan of the Ultramarines chapter-then you will enjoy this book.
June 19, 2017
You can read the full review over at the Civilian Reader blog:
https://civilianreader.com/2017/06/13...
The Ultramarines have been the poster-child for WH40k’s various Space Marines Chapters for multiple years. The blue-armoured warriors can be seen on most of the primary packaging for the tabletop models and rulebooks as well. As the typical example of Space Marines, over the years their image has morphed into one that says, “These are the boring old Space Marines who do everything and are just perfect little warriors.”
While true to some extent, this is also wildly generalistic. Graham McNeill, especially, has done a lot over the years to change that image with his various Captain Uriel Ventris stories. Now, Paul Kearney offers a distinctive look at Marneus Calgar, the Chapter Master of the Ultramarines. Calgar’s Fury is a no-holds-barred action story, set on a derelict space hulk, the most classic of all 40k settings, and really delves into the psychology of the Chapter’s warriors at all levels of command.
Paul Kearney starts us off with introducing the reader to a recently-promoted senior officer, Captain Caito Galenus of the Fifth Company. When an unknown space hulk materializes in the Iax system and causes havoc with the system patrols, Galenus and his warriors are dispatched to deal with the intrusion, and we learn a lot about the psychological make-up of the Fifth Company in the process. There are some hints of Graham’s Uriel Ventris novels, here, as Ventris’s story also started his promotion from Veteran-Sergeant to Captain, following the death in battle of the previous incumbent. For me, it was a nice, familiar approach and gave me something to connect with Galenus. I really liked him as a character. Sadly, we don’t see much more of him after the initial stages, because Paul switches his focus to Marneus Calgar (he is the titular star of the novel, after all).
https://civilianreader.com/2017/06/13...
The Ultramarines have been the poster-child for WH40k’s various Space Marines Chapters for multiple years. The blue-armoured warriors can be seen on most of the primary packaging for the tabletop models and rulebooks as well. As the typical example of Space Marines, over the years their image has morphed into one that says, “These are the boring old Space Marines who do everything and are just perfect little warriors.”
While true to some extent, this is also wildly generalistic. Graham McNeill, especially, has done a lot over the years to change that image with his various Captain Uriel Ventris stories. Now, Paul Kearney offers a distinctive look at Marneus Calgar, the Chapter Master of the Ultramarines. Calgar’s Fury is a no-holds-barred action story, set on a derelict space hulk, the most classic of all 40k settings, and really delves into the psychology of the Chapter’s warriors at all levels of command.
Paul Kearney starts us off with introducing the reader to a recently-promoted senior officer, Captain Caito Galenus of the Fifth Company. When an unknown space hulk materializes in the Iax system and causes havoc with the system patrols, Galenus and his warriors are dispatched to deal with the intrusion, and we learn a lot about the psychological make-up of the Fifth Company in the process. There are some hints of Graham’s Uriel Ventris novels, here, as Ventris’s story also started his promotion from Veteran-Sergeant to Captain, following the death in battle of the previous incumbent. For me, it was a nice, familiar approach and gave me something to connect with Galenus. I really liked him as a character. Sadly, we don’t see much more of him after the initial stages, because Paul switches his focus to Marneus Calgar (he is the titular star of the novel, after all).
May 6, 2017
When a vast space hulk appears within the bounds of Ultramar, inexperienced Captain Galenus of Fifth Company is called to investigate, but the threat is enough for Calgar to step in himself, alongside the Inquisition and Adeptus Mechanicus. Leading two full companies onto the hulk to try and divine its secrets, he soon finds himself caught between two enemies, even while his allies pursue their own agendas.
This absolutely isn’t a book about the glory of the Ultramarines, or the Space Marines in general. It’s about the fragility of the Imperium, despite the Space Marines, and the scope for failure in its defenders.
Read the full review at http://www.trackofwords.com/2017/05/0...
This absolutely isn’t a book about the glory of the Ultramarines, or the Space Marines in general. It’s about the fragility of the Imperium, despite the Space Marines, and the scope for failure in its defenders.
Read the full review at http://www.trackofwords.com/2017/05/0...
June 2, 2019
A massive space hulk, an accumulation of thousands of vessels long lost to the warp, has emerged in the Realm of Ultramar, close to the agricultural world of Iax. The Ultramarines land on the hulk in force, planning a thorough reconnaissance before destroying it. They find signs of the taint of heresy, but also incredibly technological resources which could reinforce their battle against the enemies of mankind. Reluctantly, Chapter Master Marneus Calgar allies with both the Inquisition and the Adeptus Mechanicus to explore the hulk and seize its secrets in the name of the Emperor.
Calgar's Fury is the second book in a trilogy which explores the history and backstory of Marneus Calgar, Chapter Master of the Ultramarines and one of the most famous warriors in the Warhammer 40,000 setting. The first book, Calgar's Siege, depicted how Calgar stood fast against the orks at the gates of Zalathras in a massive siege involving tens of thousands of troops.
The scale of Calgar's Fury is smaller, with a hundred or so Space Marines and allies dropped onto the space hulk Fury to delve into its secrets. This makes for an immediately much more claustrophobic and tense story. Exploring a space hulk has been a cornerstone of the Warhammer 40K setting ever since the release of the Space Hulk board game in 1989, followed by the Space Crusade game of a year later. Drawing influences from the likes of Aliens and Starship Troopers, the trope pits well-trained and well-armoured troops against overwhelming odds in tight corridors on an ancient spacecraft that could collapse at any time.
Kearney enjoys himself to the full here, painting the various characters in great depth and taking advantage of the competing interests (the Ultramarines, Inquisitions and Adeptus Mechanicus each have their own agenda) to create drama among the human characters. There's also a refreshing approach to the cliches of 40K here. Most space hulk stories pit humans against genestealers (an offshoot of the tyranids) or Chaos, but Calgar's Fury blurs the lines between the factions and makes for a more morally murky and uncertain story, an area where he thrives.
There is indeed a lot of action and fighting in the book, but it takes a surprising amount of time to arrive. The opening section of the book is a masterclass in slowly building, mounting dread as the Imperial characters investigate the mystery of the hulk and only gradually become aware of what it is they are dealing with. There are also several splendid plot twists and reversals that keep the reader guessing at what is going to happen next. The pacing is excellent, with Kearney letting the story last as long as it needs to and then clearing out without much fuss.
Calgar's Fury (****½) is a spendidly superior slice of science fantasy, tense and atmospheric building anticipation where the action, when it arrives, does not disappoint.
Calgar's Fury is the second book in a trilogy which explores the history and backstory of Marneus Calgar, Chapter Master of the Ultramarines and one of the most famous warriors in the Warhammer 40,000 setting. The first book, Calgar's Siege, depicted how Calgar stood fast against the orks at the gates of Zalathras in a massive siege involving tens of thousands of troops.
The scale of Calgar's Fury is smaller, with a hundred or so Space Marines and allies dropped onto the space hulk Fury to delve into its secrets. This makes for an immediately much more claustrophobic and tense story. Exploring a space hulk has been a cornerstone of the Warhammer 40K setting ever since the release of the Space Hulk board game in 1989, followed by the Space Crusade game of a year later. Drawing influences from the likes of Aliens and Starship Troopers, the trope pits well-trained and well-armoured troops against overwhelming odds in tight corridors on an ancient spacecraft that could collapse at any time.
Kearney enjoys himself to the full here, painting the various characters in great depth and taking advantage of the competing interests (the Ultramarines, Inquisitions and Adeptus Mechanicus each have their own agenda) to create drama among the human characters. There's also a refreshing approach to the cliches of 40K here. Most space hulk stories pit humans against genestealers (an offshoot of the tyranids) or Chaos, but Calgar's Fury blurs the lines between the factions and makes for a more morally murky and uncertain story, an area where he thrives.
There is indeed a lot of action and fighting in the book, but it takes a surprising amount of time to arrive. The opening section of the book is a masterclass in slowly building, mounting dread as the Imperial characters investigate the mystery of the hulk and only gradually become aware of what it is they are dealing with. There are also several splendid plot twists and reversals that keep the reader guessing at what is going to happen next. The pacing is excellent, with Kearney letting the story last as long as it needs to and then clearing out without much fuss.
Calgar's Fury (****½) is a spendidly superior slice of science fantasy, tense and atmospheric building anticipation where the action, when it arrives, does not disappoint.
April 15, 2021
Paul Kearney is one of my favorite authors. His Monarchy of God series is one of the greatest things I've ever had the pleasure to read. So when I found out he was going to start writing Warhammer around the same time I was getting interested in the IP I found yet another reason to try out the setting. Good thing I did.
This story is set some decades after Calgar's Siege, or at least that was the feeling I got. The only reference to the other story I noticed in here was the name of one of the shuttles, which Calgar had personally dubbed the Morcault. It begins with the detection of an anomaly, which turns out to be the space hulk. Things happen quickly from there, practically non-stop violence to the end. There was a nice mystery as to the fates of the other occupants of the ship. I won't spoil that here.
The scene that sticks out most in my head was the stand of Brother Fortunus. A dreadnought who had already died for his brothers, he was separated from his brothers in the hulk and decided to follow his last orders, to the death. I felt so hollow watching him fall; in his own words, he had been "blessed with an opportunity to die for his brothers a second time". It felt so pointless. Turns out its one of the cornerstones for mistrust between the adeptus mechanicus and the space marines here in the book.
And the end. The crucified, the decay, the blood. The keep itself, with its dark secrets. It was quite literally descending into the heart of darkness.
Mr. Kearney did an excellent job of characterizing the marines and the mortals that went with them. One of the strong points of his writing is presenting flawed characters and how they either rise or succumb to their weaknesses. The third installment is due soon, and I cannot wait.
This story is set some decades after Calgar's Siege, or at least that was the feeling I got. The only reference to the other story I noticed in here was the name of one of the shuttles, which Calgar had personally dubbed the Morcault. It begins with the detection of an anomaly, which turns out to be the space hulk. Things happen quickly from there, practically non-stop violence to the end. There was a nice mystery as to the fates of the other occupants of the ship. I won't spoil that here.
The scene that sticks out most in my head was the stand of Brother Fortunus. A dreadnought who had already died for his brothers, he was separated from his brothers in the hulk and decided to follow his last orders, to the death. I felt so hollow watching him fall; in his own words, he had been "blessed with an opportunity to die for his brothers a second time". It felt so pointless. Turns out its one of the cornerstones for mistrust between the adeptus mechanicus and the space marines here in the book.
And the end. The crucified, the decay, the blood. The keep itself, with its dark secrets. It was quite literally descending into the heart of darkness.
Mr. Kearney did an excellent job of characterizing the marines and the mortals that went with them. One of the strong points of his writing is presenting flawed characters and how they either rise or succumb to their weaknesses. The third installment is due soon, and I cannot wait.
July 3, 2019
One of the better Wh40k novels I've read lately, almost 5 star worthy, but not quite. By one of the BL authors I'd not read before, but will definitely keep an eye open for more things by him, because this was a competently told story of mystery, investigation, horror, loss, and finally the requisite big battle at the end.
The big battle was the least satisfying piece of the story though. I'd rather have spent more time lingering over the mystery and the exploration.
But still, definitely one of the better Warhammer books of late. Kudos to the author. I hope he's writing more.
The big battle was the least satisfying piece of the story though. I'd rather have spent more time lingering over the mystery and the exploration.
But still, definitely one of the better Warhammer books of late. Kudos to the author. I hope he's writing more.
June 17, 2024
I absolutely loved this book from start to finish. Some great characters, fast paced action, terrific set pieces, and simply a very well written piece of Warhammer 40K fiction.
I could almost feel myself being aboard the ancient Space Hulk this story took place in. I have read quite a bit of fiction in the war torn universe of the grim dark future, and this novel I definitely rank as one of the best for what I have read so far.
Highly recommended as far as I’m concerned :)
I could almost feel myself being aboard the ancient Space Hulk this story took place in. I have read quite a bit of fiction in the war torn universe of the grim dark future, and this novel I definitely rank as one of the best for what I have read so far.
Highly recommended as far as I’m concerned :)
January 14, 2018
Interesting story yet there wasn't enough to keep me reading chapter after chapter. Good for any Ultramarines fan but as a neutral not so much.
June 5, 2018
Hard to put down.
More like this please action from the start to the finish.
A little short but still a very good read.
More like this please action from the start to the finish.
A little short but still a very good read.
January 26, 2025
Interesting setting with an interesting payoff. One of the better books about Ultramarines.
September 6, 2019
А что, если не Калгар? Мнение о романе Пола Кирни «Ярость Калгара»
В произведении «Подвиг Калагара» Пол Кирни во многом реконструировал образ маги��тра Ультрамаринов Марнея Калгара сообразно кодексу. Он рассказал историю о доблестном, человечном и способном раз за разом сворачивать горы герое.
Вот только можно ли верить в реалистичность настолько идеального персонажа? Может ли быть так, что он на чуть-чуть, но всё же несовершенен? Ответу на эти вопросы и посвящен роман «Ярость Калгара».
Почти в самом сердце Ультрамара появляется космический скиталец. Об этом докладывают Калгару, об этом узнает Инквизиция и Адептус Механикус. После недолгого совещания они, ведомые разными целями, приступают к исследованию космической громадины. Внутри их могут ожидать еретики, генокрады, пираты, археотех — всё, что только можно себе представить, когда в голове возникает образ стокилометрового кладбища кораблей, спаянного в единое целое.
Скиталец – отличное место для настольной тактической игры и способствует созданию историй, в которых герои большую часть времени стреляют из болтера по всяким отвратительным созданиям. Пару лет назад на русском языке вышел роман «Гибель Единства», в котором Новодесантники и Кровопийцы отправились на совместную зачистку гнезда генокрадов внутрь почти что твёрдо-сайфайного скитальца. Тогда же вышел и роман «Зовущий бурю» — в нём космоволки ворвались внутрь порченного нурглитами скитальца, дабы обезвредить корабль и защитить мир-святыню от разрушения.
В каждом из случаев авторы выжали по максимуму из потенциала историй, в которых героям планомерно приходилось погружаться внутрь рассыпающейся на куски огромной техноструктуры. Кирни проделал эту работу в присущей ему манере.
«Ярость Калгара» является вторым романом неофициальной серии Кирни о Марнее. В первом романе, «Подвиге Калгара», Пол совершил первую деконструкцию образа Калгара из кодексов: показал, что магистр Ультрамаринов превозмогал не один, а вместе с другими Астартес. До этого в кодексе было написано, что Марней совершал подвиги в одиночку, что давало возможность фанатам сынов Жиллимана направо и налево писать в комментариях, что у них самый крутой Орден.
В «Ярости» Кирни зашёл ещё дальше.
Сама постановка вопроса о том, что Калагар может ошибаться — это почти крамольная вещь для Марнея как кодексного персонажа. Именно этим и оказывается интересна вся книга: даже малейшее заблуждение великого героя оказывается таким сломом всех привычных рамок, что рядовому фанату впору за сердечко хвататься.
Вполне понятно, для кого написан этот роман: для фанатов образцовых космодесантников-Ультрамаринов, Калгара и зачисток скитальцев. Для них в романе имеется полный джентльменский набор «первого романа по сороковнику»: объёмные бэковые вставки про Адептус Астартес, Империум, множество битв с применением болтеров. Бери и дари другу, который играл в Dawn of War или любую другую видеоигру по вселенной.
С другой стороны, есть в романе и пара занятных вещей, которые точно вас удивят: на скитальце Калгар встретит Механикус-ренегатов, а вся сюжетная линия будет завязана на последствиях Крестового похода в Бездну. И ради этого книгу можно придержать у себя, прежде чем вручать другу в честь его дня рождения. Роман является одним из самых коротких — всего 300 страниц — из тех, что выходили в последние годы. Он состоит из трёх примерно равных частей: знакомства с Ультрамаринами, погружения в недра скитальца и противостояния с космодесантниками Хаоса.
Если вы читали «Подвиг Калгара», и он вам понравился, то вы будете в полном восторге от «Ярости», ведь она на голову выше предыдущей истории. В ином случае роману можно дать шанс: Кирни деконструирует одного из самых непогрешимых кодексных персонажей. Кто знает, вдруг вы, как и я, получите от прочтения особое, извращённое удовольствие.
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В произведении «Подвиг Калагара» Пол Кирни во многом реконструировал образ маги��тра Ультрамаринов Марнея Калгара сообразно кодексу. Он рассказал историю о доблестном, человечном и способном раз за разом сворачивать горы герое.
Вот только можно ли верить в реалистичность настолько идеального персонажа? Может ли быть так, что он на чуть-чуть, но всё же несовершенен? Ответу на эти вопросы и посвящен роман «Ярость Калгара».
Почти в самом сердце Ультрамара появляется космический скиталец. Об этом докладывают Калгару, об этом узнает Инквизиция и Адептус Механикус. После недолгого совещания они, ведомые разными целями, приступают к исследованию космической громадины. Внутри их могут ожидать еретики, генокрады, пираты, археотех — всё, что только можно себе представить, когда в голове возникает образ стокилометрового кладбища кораблей, спаянного в единое целое.
Скиталец – отличное место для настольной тактической игры и способствует созданию историй, в которых герои большую часть времени стреляют из болтера по всяким отвратительным созданиям. Пару лет назад на русском языке вышел роман «Гибель Единства», в котором Новодесантники и Кровопийцы отправились на совместную зачистку гнезда генокрадов внутрь почти что твёрдо-сайфайного скитальца. Тогда же вышел и роман «Зовущий бурю» — в нём космоволки ворвались внутрь порченного нурглитами скитальца, дабы обезвредить корабль и защитить мир-святыню от разрушения.
В каждом из случаев авторы выжали по максимуму из потенциала историй, в которых героям планомерно приходилось погружаться внутрь рассыпающейся на куски огромной техноструктуры. Кирни проделал эту работу в присущей ему манере.
«Ярость Калгара» является вторым романом неофициальной серии Кирни о Марнее. В первом романе, «Подвиге Калгара», Пол совершил первую деконструкцию образа Калгара из кодексов: показал, что магистр Ультрамаринов превозмогал не один, а вместе с другими Астартес. До этого в кодексе было написано, что Марней совершал подвиги в одиночку, что давало возможность фанатам сынов Жиллимана направо и налево писать в комментариях, что у них самый крутой Орден.
В «Ярости» Кирни зашёл ещё дальше.
Сама постановка вопроса о том, что Калагар может ошибаться — это почти крамольная вещь для Марнея как кодексного персонажа. Именно этим и оказывается интересна вся книга: даже малейшее заблуждение великого героя оказывается таким сломом всех привычных рамок, что рядовому фанату впору за сердечко хвататься.
Вполне понятно, для кого написан этот роман: для фанатов образцовых космодесантников-Ультрамаринов, Калгара и зачисток скитальцев. Для них в романе имеется полный джентльменский набор «первого романа по сороковнику»: объёмные бэковые вставки про Адептус Астартес, Империум, множество битв с применением болтеров. Бери и дари другу, который играл в Dawn of War или любую другую видеоигру по вселенной.
С другой стороны, есть в романе и пара занятных вещей, которые точно вас удивят: на скитальце Калгар встретит Механикус-ренегатов, а вся сюжетная линия будет завязана на последствиях Крестового похода в Бездну. И ради этого книгу можно придержать у себя, прежде чем вручать другу в честь его дня рождения. Роман является одним из самых коротких — всего 300 страниц — из тех, что выходили в последние годы. Он состоит из трёх примерно равных частей: знакомства с Ультрамаринами, погружения в недра скитальца и противостояния с космодесантниками Хаоса.
Если вы читали «Подвиг Калгара», и он вам понравился, то вы будете в полном восторге от «Ярости», ведь она на голову выше предыдущей истории. В ином случае роману можно дать шанс: Кирни деконструирует одного из самых непогрешимых кодексных персонажей. Кто знает, вдруг вы, как и я, получите от прочтения особое, извращённое удовольствие.
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