Rise of a Merchant Prince

Rise of a Merchant Prince by Raymond E. Feist is the riveting second instalment in the bestselling quartet, The Serpentwar Saga. Seamlessly blending the fantastical elements of magic and the gritty reality of commerce, this book plunges readers into a world where ambition and danger intertwine.

After narrowly escaping the wrath of the Emerald Queen’s relentless armies, Roo Avery is determined to seize control of his destiny. With aspirations to establish himself as one of the most prosperous merchants in the bustling and perilous lands of Midkemia, Roo sets out to create an unparalleled business empire. However, his newfound path is fraught with unforeseen challenges.

As Roo ventures deeper into the intricate and often treacherous world of trade, he discovers that the cost of success is steep. In a place where debts can lead to deadly retribution and alliances are as fragile as glass, every decision carries weight. Roo must navigate a landscape where betrayal is a constant threat and darkness lurks in the shadows, waiting to claim those who stumble.

The spectre of war with the Emerald Queen casts a long shadow over Roo’s ambitions. As he builds his fortune and gains power, the impending clash with this formidable foe looms larger. The book masterfully juxtaposes Roo’s rise in the mercantile world with the ongoing conflict, providing a multilayered narrative that captivates from start to finish.

Raymond E. Feist weaves a tale of ambition, danger, and resilience in Rise of a Merchant Prince. This enthralling story of power and perseverance will leave readers eagerly turning pages, hungry to see how Roo Avery navigates the perilous road to success amidst the encroaching threat of war.