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Sea of Thieves: Athena's Fortune

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Sea of Thieves: Athena's Fortune by Chris Allcock unfolds in an adventurous pirate universe filled with exploration and mythology. The story entwines the quests of two different characters, one a seasoned pirate seeking legendary treasures, the other a newcomer discovering the vast seas. Their journeys converge in a tale of daring deeds and mysterious secrets, capturing the spirit of high-seas adventure.
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You might enjoy this book if you love tales of adventure on the high seas filled with pirates, treasure, and mysterious legends. It may appeal to those who relish a story that combines camaraderie and rivalry, set in a world where danger and excitement lurk around every corner. If immersive storytelling with a touch of fantasy in a vividly imagined ocean world sounds intriguing, give this one a go.

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Dive into a world of pirates, plunder, and peril with this novel based on Rare’s thrilling adventure game, Sea of Thieves.

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Rare’s epic shared-world adventure game Sea of Thieves invites you to live the essentials of the pirate life on your quest to become legends, from sailing and fighting to exploring and looting. Whether crewing up with friends or sailing solo, you’ll embark on exciting voyages to treasure-filled islands, combat fierce creatures and undead raiders, and take part in epic ship battles in a world where every sail on the horizon means a crew of real players.

In this thrilling novel based on the world of Sea of Thieves, readers will dive into the myths and history that make up its fantastic pirate world, gaining a unique insight into the lives and the loot of the famously fearsome pirates whose legends endure and whose plunder still lies buried, ready for the taking.

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Sea of Thieves: Athena's Fortune is praised for its adventurous spirit that aligns well with the game's universe. The novel is appreciated for diving deep into pirate lore and providing enriching backstories for beloved characters. Enthusiasts of the game find it a thrilling complement to the Sea of Thieves experience.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781683834878

Publisher: Insight Editions

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 September 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Insight Editions

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 479g

Pages: 264

About the Author

Chris Allcock is a game designer and writer whose career began at Rare Ltd. in 2003. He has helped create a wide variety of acclaimed titles, including Kameo: Elements of Power, Kinect Sports, Rare Replay, and most recently Sea of Thieves. He currently lives in the English Midlands and is probably drinking tea. 

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