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Darien

Empire of Salt Book I
Series: Empire of Salt
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In Darien by C. F. Iggulden, the story revolves around a grand city on the brink of war, with twelve families vying for power. Through a mix of intrigue, magic, and ambition, multiple characters with unique talents play critical roles in determining the city's destiny. It's a compelling tale of power struggles, where the fate of Darien hangs in the balance.
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You might enjoy this book if you love epic fantasy stories filled with political intrigue, magic, and complex characters. Set in a richly imagined world, it weaves together the destinies of compelling figures amidst a looming conflict, making for a gripping and immersive read that will leave you eager for more.

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Darien

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A brand-new dark fantasy series from the country's most daring historical novelist.

Twelve Families. One Throne. An epic new fantasy series of spellbinding imagination. Welcome to the Empire of Salt.

A hunter tasked with murdering a king . . .

An old man compelled to protect him . . .

A young woman whose true potential has yet to be revealed . . .

As these three strangers make their way towards the very heart of Darien, a creature from the old world appears whose abilities may be the undoing of them all.

Series: Empire of Salt

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Darien by C. F. Iggulden has received praise as a work by a master storyteller, with one review highlighting Iggulden as being in a class of his own. Another review acknowledges him as one of the finest historical novelists, shedding light on his capability to craft engaging narratives.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780718186470

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 July 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 248g

Pages: 352

About the Author

C. F. Iggulden is one of the most successful authors of historical fiction writing today. He has written three previous bestselling historical series and two stand alone novels- Dunstan and The Falcon of Sparta. The Sword Saint is the final novel in his epic fantasy series, Empire of Salt.

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