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Bloody Rose

The Band, Book Two
Series: The Band
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Bloody Rose by Nicholas Eames follows the story of Tam Hashford, a young woman who joins a famous band of mercenaries led by the legendary Bloody Rose. As they embark on a perilous tour across a dangerous landscape, they confront fierce monsters and dark magic, seeking glory and adventure while grappling with their own personal quests and histories.
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This book may appeal to you if you love a mix of epic fantasy and heartfelt camaraderie, featuring thrilling quests, strong female protagonists, and a vibrant, adventurous world filled with both humour and dark challenges.

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Bloody Rose

Classic fantasy with a modern twist; a gritty, fresh and fun novel set in the world of Nicholas Eames's Gemmell Award Winning debut, Kings of the Wyld

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WINNER OF REDDIT FANTASY'S BEST NOVEL OF 2018 AWARD
WINNER OF FANTASY FACTION'S BEST FANTASY BOOK OF 2018 AWARD
WINNER OF THE 2018 BOOKNEST FANTASY AWARD FOR BEST TRADITIONALLY PUBLISHED NOVEL

Bloody Rose follows the thrilling journey of Tam Hashford, a young woman bored of her mundane life working at a pub in a sleepy town. Tam dreams of adventure, inspired by the bards’ tales of heroic exploits and legendary quests. When the infamous mercenary band, Fable, led by none other than the legendary Bloody Rose, arrives in town, Tam seizes the opportunity to join them as their bard. What begins as a pursuit of excitement quickly turns into a high-stakes adventure that promises either glory or death.

Nicholas Eames crafts a world where mercenary bands are the rock stars of a fantasy realm, and their adventures are sung in ballads across the land. With a deft hand, Eames fills the narrative with rich characters, heart-pounding action, and a blend of humour and emotion that makes Bloody Rose a gripping read from start to finish.

The novel solidifies what Kings of the Wyld proved, showcasing Eames' unique voice and narrative style. Sam Sykes praises, 'Eames writes like a hurricane and has a voice like no one else in this genre.'

IT'S TIME TO TAKE A WALK ON THE WYLD SIDE

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Reviews for the series:

'I laughed and wept and worried a lot and had the most tremendous time reading Bloody Rose. Eames is a gifted and entertaining storyteller.' – Kevin Hearne, author of The Iron Druid Chronicles

'Bloody Rose is bloody brilliant! It is a book that will make you remember why you fell in love with reading in the first place.' – The Tattooed Book Geek

'Eames once again hits the perfect balance of humor and heart, irreverent references and real emotion.' – Django Wexler

'A rollicking, page-turning, edge-of-your-seat road-trip of a book... wonderful.' – John Gwynne

'Absolutely awesome... Full of heroes, humour, and heart.' – Jon Hollins

'Eames' narrative voice is one of the best in this generation of fantasy authors.'The Quill to Live

'Brings brazen fun and a rock & roll sensibility to the fantasy genre.' – Sebastien de Castell

'An entertaining, brilliantly crafted adventure... with just the right amount of grit and wit.'Bibliosanctum

'George R. R. Martin meets Terry Pratchett.'Buzzfeed

Bloody Rose captures the essence of epic storytelling, underpinned by complex characters and emotional depth. Whether you’re new to Nicholas Eames’ work or have already been captivated by Kings of the Wyld, this follow-up will not disappoint. Prepare for an adventure that transcends the ordinary and delves into the extraordinary.

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Bloody Rose solidifies Nicholas Eames' reputation established with Kings of the Wyld. Eames' writing is both powerful and unique within the genre. Fans of his previous work might find this one even better, appreciating its balance of humour, emotion, well-developed characters, and epic adventure. The book's engaging worldbuilding has readers eagerly anticipating more.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780356509044

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 August 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orbit

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 34.0mm

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 205.0mm

Weight: 360g

Pages: 544

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About the Author

Nicholas Eames was born to parents of infinite patience and unstinting support in Wingham, Ontario. Though he attended college for theatre arts, he gave up acting to pursue the infinitely more attainable profession of 'epic fantasy novelist'. Kings of the Wyld is his first novel. Nicholas loves black coffee, neat whiskey, the month of October and video games. He currently lives in Ontario, Canada, and is probably writing at this very moment.

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