Die Prinzen von Amber II: Die Trümpfe des jüngsten Gerichts / Das Blut von Amber / Zeichen des Chaos / Ritter der Schatten / Prinz des Chaos (Amber Chronicles 6-10)

The world-building feels so layered and intentional. I wonder what inspired the specific structure of the shadows and the pattern.

His actions made me question whether the pursuit of power is ever justified. Would I have made the same decisions in his place?

The unpredictability added so much tension. I'm curious whether Zelazny mapped out the political twists in advance or let them evolve organically.