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Kushiel's Dart

A Fantasy Romance Full of Magic and Desire
By Jacqueline Carey
Series: Kushiel's Legacy
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Kushiel's Dart by Jacqueline Carey is an epic fantasy novel set in a world inspired by Renaissance Europe. It follows Phèdre nó Delaunay, a young woman marked by a rare and divine trait, who is trained as a courtesan and spy. As she navigates a realm rife with political intrigue and treachery, Phèdre becomes entwined in a dangerous conspiracy that could alter the fate of her nation.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by intricate world-building, political intrigue, and lush, sensual storytelling. Its richly detailed setting and complex characters draw you into a tale of love, betrayal, and destiny, perfect for fans of epic fantasy with a unique twist.

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Kushiel's Dart

The first book in the Kushiel’s Legacy trilogy, Kushiel’s Dart is a sweeping fantasy of intrigue, betrayal and desire, as a courtesan spy is swept up in the deadly court politics that will transform a nation.

The first book in the Kushiel's Legacy trilogy, Kushiel's Dart is a sweeping fantasy of intrigue, betrayal and desire, as a courtesan spy is swept up in the deadly court politics that will transform a nation.

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Winner of the Locus Award for Best First Novel.

Kushiel's Dart is an intoxicating fantasy of intrigue, betrayal and desire—perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Jennifer L. Armentrout.

Phèdre nó Delaunay has a turbulent path before her, one that will touch the lives of queens, princes, and nobility. It will change the course of her land, but this all lies ahead...

After a childhood of indentured servitude, Phèdre's bond is purchased by Anafiel Delaunay, a nobleman with a very particular mission. He's also the first to recognize who and what she is: one touched by the god Kushiel's dart, chosen to forever experience pain and pleasure as one.

As talented a spy as she is a courtesan, Phèdre stumbles upon a plot that threatens the very foundations of her homeland. Her journey will take her to the edge of despair and beyond, as false friends, loving enemies, and beloved assassins can all wear the same glittering mask. Navigating a world of deadly courtiers, heroic traitors and a truly Machiavellian villainess, Phèdre will get but one chance to save all that she holds dear.

Continue the journey with Kushiel's Chosen by Jacqueline Carey.

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Kushiel's Dart is praised for its rich and intricate worldbuilding, intertwining romance with a complex web of politics and desire. Described as a sophisticated fantasy, the debut novel by Jacqueline Carey is noted for its captivating plot that merges politics, intrigue, and magic into a breathtaking epic. The book is acknowledged for its depth and intensity, making it a resonant and remarkable read.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781035007608

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 June 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Tor

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 53.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 588g

Pages: 864

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Fantasy Fiction General Fiction Jacqueline Carey Romance Romantasy (Fantasy Romance) Sci-Fi & Fantasy Series: Kushiel's Legacy

About the Author

Jacqueline Carey was born in 1964. After receiving BA degrees in psychology and English literature, she embarked on a writing career and published various short stories. She is the author of the Kushiel's Legacy series.

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