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The Raven Tower
Ann Leckie (Author), Adjoa Andoh (Narrator), Hachette Audio (Publisher) & 0 more★★★★★
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Customers praise the book's interesting magic system and brilliant prose, with compelling characters and a fascinating exploration of divine power. Moreover, the book is highly original, with one customer noting its layers of interesting customs. However, customers disagree on the readability, with some finding it an enjoyable read while others describe it as boring. Additionally, the fantasy content receives mixed reactions, with some appreciating it while others find the story disjointed, and the plot development also divides opinions.
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Shortlisted for the 2020 World Fantasy AwardGods meddle in the fates of men, men play with the fates of gods, and a pretender must be cast down from the throne in this breathtaking first fantasy novel from Ann Leckie, New York Times best-selling author and winner of the Hugo, Nebula, and Arthur C. Clarke Awards."Absolutely wonderful...utterly brilliant." (The New York Times Book Review)For centuries, the kingdom of Iraden has been protected by the god known as the Raven. He watches over his territory from atop a tower in the powerful port of Vastai. His will is enacted through the Raven's Lease, a human ruler chosen by the god himself. His magic is sustained via the blood sacrifice that every Lease must offer. And under the Raven's watch, the city flourishes.But the power of the Raven is weakening. A usurper has claimed the throne. The kingdom borders are tested by invaders who long for the prosperity that Vastai boasts. And they have made their own alliances with other gods.It is into this unrest that the warrior Eolo—aide to Mawat, the true Lease—arrives. And in seeking to help Mawat reclaim his city, Eolo discovers that the Raven's Tower holds a secret. Its foundations conceal a dark history that has been waiting to reveal itself...and to set in motion a chain of events that could destroy Iraden forever."It's a delight to read something so different, so wonderful and strange." (Patrick Rothfuss)For more Ann Leckie, check out:Ancillary JusticeAncillary SwordAncillary MercyProvenance Read more