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Emperor of Thorns (The Broken Empire, #3)

Mark Lawrence
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Emperor of Thorns (The Broken Empire, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013

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Mark Lawrence

Emperor of Thorns (The Broken Empire, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

434

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Broken Empire • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Emperor of Thorns by Mark Lawrence follows Jorg Ancrath as he contends with dark forces and his own troubled past to claim the throne of the Broken Empire. His journey is filled with battles, political intrigue, and personal growth as he navigates a world shattered by conflict. This final book in the Broken Empire trilogy concludes Jorg's epic tale.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

64,411 ratings

83%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Emperor of Thorns by Mark Lawrence receives commendation for its compelling protagonist, gritty world-building, and intricate plot. Critics praise the book's dark, philosophical undertones and emotional depth but note occasional pacing issues and some predictability in the narrative. Overall, it is regarded as a strong conclusion to the series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Emperor of Thorns (The Broken Empire, #3)?

Readers who relish dark fantasy with morally complex characters and gritty realism will enjoy Mark Lawrence's Emperor of Thorns. Fans of George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire and Joe Abercrombie's The First Law series, who appreciate intricate plots and anti-heroes, will find this book compelling.

4.4

64,411 ratings

83%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

434

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Broken Empire • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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