
The Star King
Published in 1964, The Star King is a demon fiction novel by Jack Vance. It deals with demon Princes.
Open Library readers give it an average of 3.8 out of 5 from 4 ratings, and 18 more have it on their want-to-read list. It has been published in 15 editions.
At about 204 pages, most readers finish it in 3–4 hours.
About The Star King
Kirth Gersen carries in his pocket a slip of paper with a list of five names written upon it. These are the names of the five Demon Princes who led the historic Mount Pleasant Massacre, which destroyed not only Kirth's family but his entire world as well. He roams the universe, searching the endless galaxies of space, hunting down the Demon Princes and exacting his revenge. First he must find Attel Malagate, a Star King whose only desire is power - no matter the cost. Next in line is Kokor Hekkus, the Killing Machine, an outlaw on every planet of the universe - all of them terrified to capture him. Viole Falushe is the third of the Demon Princes on Kirth's list, as elusive, cunning, and vicious as the first two - a monster hidden away in his so-called Palace of Love. One by one, they will be found, and the death of Kirth's parents avenged.
Quick answers
Who wrote The Star King?
The Star King was written by Jack Vance and first published in 1964.
What genre is The Star King?
It is usually shelved as Demons & Devils.
How long is The Star King?
The median edition has 204 pages, about 3–4 hours of reading at 250 words per minute.
What books are similar to The Star King?
Readers who like it often enjoy The Gunslinger, Running With the Demon and Job, a Comedy of Justice.
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