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Title details for Half the World by Joe Abercrombie - Available

Half the World

#2 in series

by Joe Abercrombie
Ben Elliot
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Thorn is a girl touched by war. Desperate to avenge her dead father, she lives to fight. But she has been named murderer by the very man who trained her to kill. Fate traps her in the schemes of cunning minister Father Yarvi, crossing half the world to find allies against the High King. Will Thorn forever be a tool in the hands of the powerful or can she carve her own path?

  • Creators

  • Series

    Shattered Sea

  • Publisher

  • Release date

    September 1, 2015

  • Formats

    • OverDrive Listen audiobook

      • ISBN: 9780008103095
      • File size: 349604 KB
      • Duration: 12:08:20

  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • AudioFile Magazine
      Narrator John Keating's bright, lively voice makes this story of a young female warrior who is caught up in political machinations sound crisp and almost cheery. The main character, Thorn, stands out from her fellows as a fighting woman and queen's champion. Keating gives her a distinct Suffolk accent--rounding the sound of "i'' into "oi"--which sets her apart. His depiction of political minister Father Yarvi sounds sly and smart, and unwilling warrior Brand is portrayed as good-natured and forthright. The queens and empresses come across as delicate yet powerful. This is a wonderful audiobook for listeners who enjoy a strong dose of politics with their fantasy, as in "Game of Thrones." G.D. © AudioFile 2015, Portland, Maine
    • Publisher's Weekly

      December 1, 2014
      This splendid second installment in the Shattered Sea epic fantasy series (after Half a King) shifts focus from cunning Prince Yarvi—now Father Yarvi—to Thorn Bathu, an ordinary young woman who’s stubbornly determined to become a fighter. Thorn wants to follow in the footsteps of her father, a great warrior, but she must endure not only the pain of training but also prejudice from the master-at-arms. When Thorn’s sword breaks during her final test, it smashes her dreams—and turns her into a murderer. Father Yarvi steps in to save Thorn and give her a place on one of his ships, but soon she realizes she’s become a pawn in his deep, complicated political games. Abercrombie has a knack for building characters with pathos and wit. Both plot and setting are believable, and readers will easily immerse themselves in Thorn and Yarvi’s world. The fast-paced story draws readers along while setting up what promises to be an explosive final showdown. Agent: Robert Kirby, United Agents.

Formats

  • OverDrive Listen audiobook

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Languages

  • English

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