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Shades of Magic: The Steel Prince: Night of Knives

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Shades of Magic: The Steel Prince: Night of Knives follows the young and arrogant prince Maxim Maresh as he aims to conquer the impossible challenges of the Night of Knives in the combative port town of Verose. These thrilling and secret adventures take place before Maxim became king of Red London and adoptive father to Kell, the lead from A Darker Shade of Magic. This all-original comic book adventure, written by bestselling author V.E. Schwab, continues the story begun in The Steel Prince, blending bloody swashbuckling action with gritty fantasy.
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Ideal for fans of fantasy graphic novels, YA fantasy readers, and enthusiasts of richly layered, action-packed adventures. Those who enjoy series like Percy Jackson or are followers of V.E. Schwab's Shades of Magic universe will find this especially rewarding.

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Written by #1 New York Times bestselling author V.E. Schwab and torn from the universe of the Shades of Magic sequence, this all-original comic book adventure continues the story begun in The Steel Prince - perfect for fans of bloody, swashbuckling adventure and gritty fantasy!

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Written by #1 New York Times bestselling author V.E. Schwab and torn from the universe of the Shades of Magic sequence, this all-original comic book adventure continues the story begun in The Steel Prince - perfect for fans of bloody, swashbuckling adventure and gritty fantasy!

The young and arrogant prince Maxim Maresh, having faced the terror of the Pirate Queen, now aims to capture the respect of the combative port town of Verose by taking the impossible challenges of the Night of Knives...and surviving, where none has survived before!

These are the hidden, secret adventures of Maxim, from long before he became the king of Red London and adoptive father to Kell, the lead of A Darker Shade of Magic!

Collects Shades of Magic #5-8: Night of Knives

Series: Shades of Magic: The Steel Prince

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Critics praise the series for its captivating storytelling and fast-paced plot, with Women Write About Comics calling it "a joy to read" and commending Schwab's dialogue. Mass Movement highlights the complex plot and well-woven tale of intrigue, adventure, and magic. The Bookshire dares readers to find a better fantasy graphic novel series, and comic reviewers note the stellar artwork and engaging writing throughout.

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ISBN: 9781782762119

Publisher: Titan Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 October 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Titan Comics

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Andrea Olimpieri

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Weight: 367g

Pages: 112

About the Author

V. E. Schwab's first adult novel, Vicious, debuted to critical praise and reader accolades. She is the author of the NYT bestselling Shades of Magic series, as well as a number of MG and YA novels, including This Savage Song. She has been called "the heir to Diana Wynne Jones." Her dynamic work has caught the attention of major TV and film studios. Schwab has a Masters degree in Art History from the University of Edinburgh. She currently lives in Edinburgh. Andrea Olimpieri is an up and coming comic book artist based out of Italy. Andrea has contributed artwork to a number of titles including Dishonored, Mostri, and True Blood. Enrica Angiolini is a skilled colorist and an accomplished fencer. She has colored for books such as Warhammer 40,000, Doctor Who, Overtaken, Terminator Genysis, and The Order of the Forge. She lives and works in Rome, Italy.

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