Nightborn
Language: English
Published by Random House USA Inc, 2016
Series: Book 2 of 3 - Thrones and Bones
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For fans of Lloyd Alexander and Brandon Mull comes Book 2 in the acclaimed Thrones and Bones fantasy-adventure trilogy that began with Frostborn Karn Korlundsson is a gamer, not a riddler, but in order to save his closest friend, Thianna Frostborn, he'll have to go to Castlebriar (via wyvern), learn how to play a new board game called Charioteers (no problem), solve the Riddle of the Horn, and deal with enigmatic elves.Desstra is in training to join the Underhand, the dark elves' elite agents. But when she comes paths with Karn, she isn't who she seems.The horn of Osius, an ancient artifact with the potential to reshape the world, is the focus of everyone's attention. The lengths to which Karn will go in the name of friendship will be put to the test. Who knew that solving a riddle could be so dangerous? The novel includes directions for playing the board game Charioteers. For more games, maps, character profiles, and more, go to ThronesandBones.com.Kirkus Reviews praises Nightborn for presenting a intriguing world.'An adventure story with strong pacing, well-drawn characters, and intriguing action scenes,' according to Booklist.Future Tolkien and George RRMartin lovers can joyfully cut their serial-fantasy teeth on this first book of an eventual series, according to Kirkus Reviews.Garth Nix, popular author of the Abhorsen series, describes it as a colorful, fast-paced, and immensely delightful book.The environment is rich, the people are well-defined, and the threat is ever-present--Publishers Weekly, Starred ReviewThemes of keeping loyal to oneself, teamwork, and individuality will resonate with those--School Library JournalThis is an good choice for readers new to the genre.Put me on the waiting list for book two --Amy Plum, international bestselling author of the Die for Me seriesPut me on the waiting list for book twoFrom the Hardcover edition of the book.…
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- Title
- Nightborn
- Author
- Lou Anders
- Publisher
- Random House USA Inc
- Publication year
- 2016
- Condition
- Good
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0385390394
- ISBN 13
- 9780385390392
- Series
- Book 2 of 3: Thrones and Bones
Karn Korlundsson is a gamer. Not a riddle solver. But in order to rescue his best friend, Thianna Frostborn, he will need to travel to the faraway city of Castlebriar (by wyvern), learn how to play a new board game called Charioteers (not a problem), decipher the Riddle of the Horn, and tangle with mysterious elves.
Meet Desstra. She’s in training to join the Underhand—the elite agents of the dark elves. When she crosses paths with Karn, she is not all that she appears to be.
Everyone is chasing after the horn of Osius, an ancient artifact with the power to change the world. The lengths to which Karn will go in the name of friendship will be sorely tested. Who knew that solving a riddle could be so deadly?
The novel includes instructions for playing the board game Charioteers. Visit ThronesandBones.com for additional games, maps, character profiles, and more!
Praise for Nightborn
“Anders presents a captivating world.” —Kirkus Reviews
”[A]n adventure story with good pacing, well-drawn characters, and engaging action scenes.” —Booklist
Praise for Frostborn
“Future fans of Tolkien and George R. R. Martin can happily cut their serial-fantasy teeth on this first book of an eventual series.” —Kirkus Reviews
“A fun, fast-paced, and highly enjoyable tale.” —Garth Nix, bestselling author of the Abhorsen trilogy
“A powerful, fast-paced tale. . . . The setting is rich, the characters well-defined, and the danger ever-paramount.” —Publishers Weekly, Starred
“An excellent choice for readers new to the genre. The themes of staying true to oneself, teamwork, and individuality will resonate with readers.” —School Library Journal
“The most delightful fantasy I have read in ages. . . . Put me on the waiting list for book two!” —Amy Plum, international bestselling author of the Die for Me series
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About the Author
Lou Anders is the recipient of a Hugo Award for editing and a Chesley Award for art direction. He has published over 500 articles and stories on science fiction and fantasy television and literature. A prolific speaker, Anders regularly attends writing conventions around the country. He and his family reside in Birmingham, Alabama. You can visit Anders online at louanders.com and ThronesandBones.com, on Facebook, and on Twitter at @ThronesandBones.
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