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Debt of Bones (Sword of Truth, #0.5)

Terry Goodkind
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Debt of Bones (Sword of Truth, #0.5)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004

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Terry Goodkind

Debt of Bones (Sword of Truth, #0.5)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

The Midlands • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Debt of Bones by Terry Goodkind is a novella set in the universe of The Sword of Truth series. It follows a person's journey to seek the wizard Zeddicus Zu'l Zorander's assistance to save her family during a war that threatens their lives.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

32,355 ratings

66%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Terry Goodkind's Debt of Bones enchants readers with its gripping plot and rich world-building. Fans praise its concise storytelling and deep emotional pull. However, some critics find it less satisfying compared to the main series due to its brevity and limited character development. Overall, it’s a compelling read for both fans and newcomers to the Sword of Truth universe.

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Who Should Read Debt of Bones (Sword of Truth, #0.5)?

Readers who enjoy Debt of Bones by Terry Goodkind typically appreciate immersive fantasy worlds and epic conflicts. Fans of Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time series and Brandon Sanderson's Mistborn trilogy may find this novella particularly engaging due to its rich lore and compelling character development.

4.3

32,355 ratings

66%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

The Midlands • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

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