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Cold Steel

Spiritwalker: Book Three
By Kate Elliott
Series: Spiritwalker
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Cold Steel by Kate Elliott is a thrilling fantasy novel that wraps up the captivating Spiritwalker trilogy. The story follows Cat as she battles powerful foes and faces personal challenges on a quest filled with intrigue and danger. Epic battles, love, and loyalty converge in this imaginative world where magic and politics collide.
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You might enjoy this book if you're a fan of intricate world-building and complex characters, blending elements of magic and political intrigue. This story may appeal to you if you're intrigued by epic fantasy settings where personal and political stakes intertwine, driving heroes and heroines on adventures filled with unexpected twists.

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The final volume in this historical fantasy of dragons and politics in the New World, the Spiritwalker trilogy is fantasy that's perfect for fans of Anne McCaffrey or Naomi Novik's Temeraire series. Now out in paperback.

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Kate Elliott is writing some of the best fantasy around - Trudi Canavan

WILL WAR SET THEM FREE?

Trouble, treachery and magic seem to follow Cat Barahal wherever she goes. The Master of the Wild Hunt has stolen away her husband. The ruler of the Taino kingdom blames her for his mother's murder. An enraged fire mage wants to kill her. And Cat, her cousin Bee and her half-brother Rory aren't even back in Europa yet, where revolution is burning up the streets.

Rebellions to plot. Enemies to crush. Handsome men to rescue. Cat and Bee have their work cut out for them.

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  • Cold Fire
    Cold Fire by Kate Elliott revolves around Cat and her cousin, who are pivotal figures in a complex drama of dragons and politics. Everyone around them has their own agendas, including a warlord who is on a relentless quest to conquer all of Europa and the Cold Mages who dare to stand against him. However, the most perilous threat comes...
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  • Cold Magic
    The Wild Hunt is stirring and the dragons are finally waking from their long sleep... Cat Barahal was the only survivor of the flood that took her parents. Raised by her extended family, she and her cousin, Bee, are unaware of the dangers that threaten them both. And although they are poised on the brink of an Industrial Age, magic...
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  • Cold Steel
    Kate Elliott is writing some of the best fantasy around - Trudi Canavan WILL WAR SET THEM FREE? Trouble, treachery and magic seem to follow Cat Barahal wherever she goes. The Master of the Wild Hunt has stolen away her husband. The ruler of the Taino kingdom blames her for his mother's murder. An enraged fire mage wants to kill...
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Cold Steel by Kate Elliott is praised for its richly detailed characters, intriguing mysteries, and complex cultural backdrop. Reviewers have drawn comparisons to the imaginative storytelling found in Philip Pullman's works, highlighting Elliott's ability to captivate readers with her narrative style. The anticipation for Cold Steel is evident as readers express their eagerness following their experiences with the earlier books in the series.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781841498867

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 December 2013

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orbit

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 64.0mm

Width: 134.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 623g

Pages: 784

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About the Author

Kate Elliott lives in Pennsylvania, USA. In addition to the Crown of Stars series, she is co-author of THE GOLDEN KEY.

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