In Sorte Diaboli

The conclusion of the story in the booklet implies that the story of In Sorte Diaboli is not yet finished, possibly hinting that Dimmu Borgir's next studio album will continue this concept. Additionally, in the "Making of In Sorte Diaboli" special feature, Silenoz says that the concept of this album would continue into the next five albums, finishing a six-part series. However, this does not seem to be the case, as the next album, Abrahadabra, is heavily influenced by Aleister Crowley's Thelema text The Book of the Law. IGN named the album the Top Metal Album of 2007. Critical reception: 'In Sorte Diaboli' received generally positive critical reception. Allmusic gave the album 3 stars and praised the music, saying "There's really great stuff here in the music, the production, in the sound effects." However they criticised the concept and lyrics of the album, writing "Too bad it all melts down when it comes to the concept, which is ho hum at best." About.com was more positive and gave the album 4 stars and wrote that "The songs are orchestral and melodic, but still plenty of punch and darkness." Both Blabbermouth and Metal Hammer gave the album 9/10, and Kerrang! gave it 4/5.