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Half the World
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‘Grabbed me and refused to let go’ George R.R. Martin
An action-packed epic fantasy adventure novel
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Half the World ‘Grabbed me and refused to let go’ George R.R. Martin.
Thorn Bathu was born to fight. But when she kills a boy in the training square, she finds herself named a murderer.
Fate places her life in the hands of the deep-cunning Father Yarvi as he sets out to cross half the world in search of allies against the ruthless High King.
Beside her is Brand, a young warrior who hates to kill. A failure in her eyes and his own, the voyage is his last chance at redemption.
But warriors can be weapons, and weapons are made for one purpose. Will Thorn always be a tool in the hands of the powerful, or can she carve her own path? Is there a place outside of legend for a woman with a blade?
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Half the World
Half the World ‘Grabbed me and refused to let go’ George R.R. Martin. Thorn Bathu was born to fight. But when she kills a boy in the training square, she finds herself named a murderer. Fate places her life in the hands of the deep-cunning Father Yarvi as he sets out to cross half the world in search of allies...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
Half a War
A classic coming-of-age tale set in a vivid and richly-imagined world from Sunday Times bestselling author Joe Abercrombie. ‘Joe Abercrombie is doing some terrific work’ – GEORGE R.R. MARTIN WORDS ARE WEAPONS Princess Skara has seen all she loved turned to ashes. She is left with only words. But the right words can be as deadly as any blade. ONLY...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
Half a King
A classic coming-of-age tale set in a vivid and richly-imagined world from Sunday Times bestselling author Joe Abercrombie. ‘A fast-paced tale of betrayal and revenge that grabbed me from page one and refused to let go’ - GEORGE R.R. MARTIN Half a King follows Prince Yarvi, who has vowed to regain a throne he never wanted. But first, he must...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today
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Half the World by Joe Abercrombie has received praise for its gripping and enthralling narrative. Reviewers have highlighted its warm and captivating storytelling, with some calling it their favourite of Abercrombie’s works. The book is noted for its unique approach to fantasy, earning comparisons to masterful works in the genre.
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ISBN: 9780007550258
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 18 June 2015
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: HarperVoyager
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 32.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 350g
Pages: 512
About the Author
Joe Abercrombie was born in Lancaster in 1974. His first book, The Blade Itself, was published in 2006. He lives in Bath with his wife Lou and their three children Grace, Eve and Teddy.
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