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The Veiled Throne

By Ken Liu
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The Veiled Throne by Ken Liu is a captivating blend of fantasy and political intrigue. The story continues the saga of an empire teetering on the brink as its leaders navigate complex alliances and face rebellion. Amidst cultural upheavals and strategic manoeuvres, characters old and new must confront their destinies and the changing world around them, weaving an intricate tapestry of loyalty, power, and survival.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy: Epics that blend intricate world-building with complex political and philosophical themes. Set in a richly detailed universe, it combines elements of intrigue, magic, and cultural conflict, offering an immersive experience. If you appreciate narratives that explore the struggle for power and the role of personal conscience within broader societal dynamics, this could be a captivating read for you.

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The Veiled Throne

The epic story of the Dandelion Dynasty continues in the third book in the series. As the conquerors and the conquered jockey for position in the new regimes, tradition gives way to new justifications for power.

The epic story of the Dandelion Dynasty continues in the third book in the series.

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From the winner of the Hugo, Nebula and World Fantasy Awards, the epic third volume of the Dandelion Dynasties series, named by Time as one of the Greatest Fantasy books of All Time, continues.

Princess Théra, once known as Empress Üna of Dara, yielded the throne to her younger brother in order to journey to Ukyu-Gondé to war with the Lyucu, and has crossed the impenetrable Wall of Storms with a fleet of ships and ten thousand people. Now she faces new challenges.

In Dara, the Lyucu leadership bristles with rivalries, as power and perspectives change between the remains of the Dandelion courts. Here, mothers and daughters, Empress and Pékyu alike, nurture the seeds of plans that will take years to bloom. As the conquerors and the conquered jockey for position in these new regimes, tradition gives way to new justifications for power.

Ken Liu returns to the series that has helped bridge the great epics of our history into a series that is unsurpassed in its depth of scope and adventure.

Praise for The Grace of Kings:

'Beyond ambitious in scope... This book will leave a lasting impression on the genre' SFX

Series: The Dandelion Dynasty

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The Veiled Throne has been praised for its engaging epic fantasy narrative filled with political intrigue and complex strategies. Critics highlight Ken Liu's ability to seamlessly integrate mythology, history, and innovation with poetic prose. The novel is described as both exciting and a triumph in storytelling, solidifying Liu's reputation as a master of his craft.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781784973315

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 August 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Head of Zeus -- an AdAstra Book

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 54.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 700g

Pages: 1008

About the Author

Ken Liu is the winner of the Nebula, Hugo, Locus, World Fantasy, Sidewise, and Science Fiction & Fantasy Translation Awards. He is the author of The Grace of Kings and The Wall of Storms, in his epic series The Dandelion Dynasty. He is also the translator of Cixin Liu's Hugo-winning and Nebula-nominated The Three-Body Problem. www.kenliu.name @kyliu99

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