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Shades of Magic: The Steel Prince: Night of Knives
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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.
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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Shades of Magic: The Steel Prince
The youthful Maresh is sent to a violent and unmanageable port city on the Blood Coast of Verose, on strict orders from his father, King Nokil Maresh, to cut his military teeth in this lawless landscape. There, he encounters an unruly band of soldiers, a lawless landscape, and the intoxicatingly deadly presence of the newly returned pirate queen, Arisa... Shades...Paperback$3500Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks
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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
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Weight: 367g
Pages: 112
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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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