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Prince of Fools

By Mark Lawrence
Series: Red Queen’s War
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In Prince of Fools by Mark Lawrence, readers are introduced to the roguish and sarcastic Prince Jalan Kendeth, who prioritises self-preservation above all else. When he becomes magically bound to a dour Norse warrior named Snorri, the unlikely pair must navigate a journey filled with dark magic and impending danger. This first entry in The Red Queen's War series mixes humour and adventure against a backdrop of a richly imagined fantasy world.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate a blend of dark humour, engaging characters, and a thrilling narrative set in a richly crafted fantasy world. It follows an unlikely hero who is swept into a dangerous adventure, providing a unique take on heroism and the age-old battle between good and evil. Fans of intelligent, character-driven fantasy with a twist of wit will likely find it captivating.

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From the critically acclaimed author of THE BROKEN EMPIRE series comes a brilliant new epic fantasy series, THE RED QUEEN’S WAR.

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From the critically acclaimed author of The Broken Empire series comes a brilliant new epic fantasy series, The Red Queen’s War.

I’m a liar and a cheat and a coward, but I will never, ever, let a friend down. Unless of course not letting them down requires honesty, fair play, or bravery.

The Red Queen is dreaded by the kings of the Broken Empire as they dread no other.

Her grandson, Jalan Kendeth – womaniser, gambler, and all-out cad – is tenth in line to the throne. While his grandmother shapes the destiny of millions, Prince Jalan pursues his debauched pleasures.

Until, that is, he gets entangled with Snorri ver Snagason, a huge Norse axeman, and dragged against his will to the icy north…

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  • Prince of Fools
    From the critically acclaimed author of The Broken Empire series comes a brilliant new epic fantasy series, The Red Queen’s War. I’m a liar and a cheat and a coward, but I will never, ever, let a friend down. Unless of course not letting them down requires honesty, fair play, or bravery. The Red Queen is dreaded by the kings...
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Prince of Fools by Mark Lawrence is praised for its gritty and compelling storytelling with a humorous touch, reminiscent of but even funnier than popular epic fantasies. It offers a blend of savagery and jest, making it both a gripping and entertaining read. Comparisons with other esteemed fantasy authors highlight its engaging prose and captivating world-building.

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ISBN: 9780007531561

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 April 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperVoyager

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 32.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 400g

Pages: 512

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About the Author

Mark Lawrence was born in Champagne-Urbanan, Illinois, to British parents but moved to the UK at the age of one. He went back to the US after taking a PhD in mathematics at Imperial College to work on a variety of research projects including the 'Star Wars' missile defence programme. Returning to the UK, he has worked mainly on image processing and decision/reasoning theory. He says he never had any ambition to be a writer so was very surprised when a half-hearted attempt to find an agent turned into a global publishing deal overnight. His first trilogy, The Broken Empire, has been universally acclaimed as a ground-breaking work of fantasy, and both Emperor of Thorns and The Liar's Key have won the Gemmell Legend award for best fantasy novel. Mark is married, with four children, and lives in Bristol.

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