McKillip, Patricia A.
Alphabet of Thorn
- ISBN 13:
- 9780441012435
- author:
- McKillip, Patricia A.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Ace Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 132mm X 20mm
- Genre:
- Fiction - Fantasy
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Patricia A. McKillip's Alphabet of Thorn is a timeless fable that weaves a captivating tale of magic, mystery and self-discovery. In the kingdom of Raine, a young orphan girl named Nepenthe is raised to become a translator, unaware of the extraordinary destiny that awaits her.
When Nepenthe encounters a mysterious book written in a language of thorns, she is drawn into a world of ancient history and forgotten lore. As she transcribes the book's contents, she begins to unravel a complex web of secrets and lies that threaten the very foundations of the kingdom. With the fate of the realm hanging in the balance, Nepenthe's unique gift becomes the key to unlocking a powerful and ancient magic.
As the kingdom teeters on the brink of chaos, Nepenthe must navigate the treacherous world of court politics and ancient magic, all while uncovering the truth about the mysterious book and her own place in the world.
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