The Emperor's Blades
of Brian Staveley (Goodreads Author)
Series: Chronicle of the Unhewn Throne #1
Description
The circle is closing. The stakes are high. And old truths will live again...The Emperor has been murdered, leaving the Annurian Empire in turmoil. Now his progeny must bury their grief and prepare to unmask a conspiracy.His son Valyn, training for the empireâs deadliest fighting force, hears the news an ocean away. He expected a challenge, but after several âaccidentsâ and a dying soldierâs warning, he realizes his life is also in danger. Yet before Valyn can take action, he must survive the mercenariesâ brutal final initiation.Meanwhile, the Emperorâs daughter, Minister Adare, hunts her fatherâs murderer in the capital itself. Court politics can be fatal, but she needs justice. And Kaden, heir to an empire, studies in a remote monastery. Here, the Blank Godâs disciples teach their harsh ways â which Kaden must master to unlock their ancient powers. When an imperial delegation arrives, heâs learnt enough to perceive evil intent. But will this keep him alive, as long-hidden powers make their move?
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Book Details
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 480 pages
- Publisher Tor Books
- Publication Date January 14th 2014
- First Publication Not informed
- Language English
- ISBN 9780765336408
- Edition Not informed
- Category Science Fiction & Fantasy
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