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The Ambassador's Mission

Book 1 of the Traitor Spy
By Trudi Canavan
Series: Traitor Spy
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The Ambassador's Mission is set in a world where magic intertwines with political intrigue. The story follows Sonea, a black magician who grapples with her past's consequences while navigating the intricacies of a city under pressure from foreign forces. As alliances are tested and secrets unravel, the balance between power, ambition, and loyalty becomes ever more precarious.
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If you enjoy delving into richly woven fantasy worlds where intrigue, magic, and political cunning intertwine, this book may appeal to you. It's perfect for those who appreciate character-driven stories that explore themes of loyalty, power, and the complexities of friendship, all set against the backdrop of a vividly crafted magical society.

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The compelling first volume in the sequel to the bestselling Black Magician Trilogy.

* Review copy mailing to the genre, national and blogging press * Featured on www.orbitbooks.net and in the Orbit ezine * Author website at www.trudicanavan.com * Genre print and online ads * Tour in May: maximized publicity coverage

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As the son of the late High Lord Akkarin, saviour of the city, and Sonea, the former street urchin turned Black Magician, Lorkin has a legacy of heroism and adventure to live up to. So when Lord Dannyl takes the position of Guild Ambassador to Sachaka, Lorkin volunteers to be his assistant in the hopes of making his mark on the world.

When news comes that Lorkin is in danger, the law that forbids Black Magicians leaving the city forces Sonea to trust that Dannyl will save him. Besides, her old friend Cery needs her as never before: someone has been assassinating Thieves, and when his family is targeted he finds evidence that this Thief Hunter uses magic.

Either a member of the Guild is hunting down the Thieves one by one, or there is—once again—a rogue magician on the streets of Imardin. And this one has full control of their powers and is willing to kill with them.

Series: Traitor Spy

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  • The Ambassador's Mission
    As the son of the late High Lord Akkarin, saviour of the city, and Sonea, the former street urchin turned Black Magician, Lorkin has a legacy of heroism and adventure to live up to. So when Lord Dannyl takes the position of Guild Ambassador to Sachaka, Lorkin volunteers to be his assistant in the hopes of making his mark on...
    By Trudi Canavan
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  • The Traitor Queen
    Events are building to a climax in Sachaka as Lorkin returns from his exile with the Traitor rebels. The Traitor Queen has given Lorkin the huge task of brokering an alliance between his people and the Traitors. Lorkin has also had to become a feared black magician in order to harness the power of an entirely new kind of gemstone...
    By Trudi Canavan
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  • The Rogue
    Living among the Sachakan rebels, Lorkin does his best to learn about them and their unique magic. But the Traitors are reluctant to trade their knowledge for the Healing they so desperately want, and while he assumes they fear revealing their existence to the world, there are hints they have bigger plans. Sonea searches for the rogue, knowing that Cery...
    By Trudi Canavan
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The Ambassador's Mission by Trudi Canavan has received mixed to positive feedback. Readers appreciate the return to the familiar universe and enjoy the character development. However, some critics feel the book's pacing is slow, causing the plot to unfold more leisurely than expected.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781841495927

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 April 2011

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orbit

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 36.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 388g

Pages: 560

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About the Author

Trudi Canavan lives in Melbourne, Australia. Her first published story received an Aurealis Award for Best Fantasy Short Story in 1999. She has since published the bestselling Black Magician Trilogy and is now a bestselling author in the UK, Australia and the US.

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