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The King of Attolia

The third book in the Queen's Thief series
Series: Queen's Thief
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In The King of Attolia by Megan Whalen Turner, the young king faces a challenging transition from his previous life of intrigue to his new role on the throne, struggling with disloyalty and scepticism from the court. As the narrative unfolds, a young guard named Costis becomes entangled in the king's world, shedding light on his cleverness and deepening the intrigue. This young adult novel masterfully blends political manoeuvring and personal growth in an intricate royal setting.
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You might enjoy this book if you love intricate political intrigue wrapped in a young adult fantasy setting. The story weaves a captivating narrative of power dynamics and loyalty, following a complex protagonist whose wit and unexpected tactics keep you guessing and engaged throughout.

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The King of Attolia

The third book in the Queen's Thief series. Eugenides faces palace intrigue and assassins as he strives to prove himself both to the people of Attolia and to his new bride, their queen.

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Megan Whalen Turner is one of my all-time favourite writers . . . impossible to put down β€” Holly Black, New York Times bestselling author of The Cruel Prince

Through scheming and outright theft, the Thief of Eddis has become the King of Attolia. Eugenides wanted the queen, not the crown, but he finds himself trapped in a web of his own making.

Despised by his court, and apparently his bride, Eugenides ensnares a naΓ―ve young guard in the web of intrigue that surrounds him. Struggling to find his footing, the guard, Costis, knows he's a pawn. What he doesn't know is how the king means to play the game . . .

Praise for Megan Whalen Turner

The Queen's Thief books awe and inspire me β€” Laini Taylor, New York Times bestselling author of the Daughter of Smoke and Bone novels and Strange the Dreamer

Megan Whalen Turner writes vivid, immersive, heartbreaking fantasy β€” Leigh Bardugo, New York Times bestselling author of Six of Crows and Crooked Kingdom

Endlessly entertaining, deeply deceptive, and very, very clever β€” Garth Nix, New York Times bestselling and award-winning author of the Old Kingdom, Keys to the Kingdom, and Seventh Tower series

Romance, intrigue, mystery, surprises, and sheer beautiful writing β€” Cassandra Clare, award-winning and New York Times bestselling author of The Mortal Instruments and Lady Midnight

The world Turner creates is so tangible that not only do I believe in its characters, I almost believe in its gods β€” Kristin Cashore, award-winning and New York Times bestselling author of the Graceling Realm series

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The King of Attolia by Megan Whalen Turner is praised for its intricate political intrigue and character development. Reviewers often highlight the protagonist's cunning intelligence and how it reflects throughout the narrative, drawing readers into a world of conspiracy and loyalty. Turner's writing is commended for its subtlety and depth, engaging both young adults and older readers alike.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529387704

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 May 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Paperback

Audience: General / adult, Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 293g

Pages: 416

About the Author

Megan Whalen Turner is an award winning and bestselling author of six standalone novels set in the world of the Queen's Thief. Her books have been awarded the Mythopoeic Prize for Children's Literature, the Los Angeles Times Book Award for Young Adult Literature, a Newbury Honor, and a Horn Book/Globe Honor. She has twice been shortlisted for the Andre Norton Award. Satisfying for readers of all ages, Turner's books are filled with political machinations and divine intervention, friendship, fortitude and deceit. It is a testament to their staying power that fans who fell in love with the Thief in 1996 have spent twenty-five years eagerly awaiting his Return. Turner lives (usually) on the shores of Lake Erie in the United States.

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