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The Emperor's Blades (Chronicle of the Unhewn Throne, #1)

Brian Staveley
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The Emperor's Blades (Chronicle of the Unhewn Throne, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014

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Brian Staveley

The Emperor's Blades (Chronicle of the Unhewn Throne, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

480

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Annur • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Emperor's Blades by Brian Staveley follows the children of a slain emperor—Kaden, Valyn, and Adare—as they must survive and navigate political and supernatural threats to protect their empire. Set within the world of the Unhewn Throne, the siblings each face unique challenges in their quest for stability and vengeance.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

48,478 ratings

81%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Emperor's Blades by Brian Staveley captivates with its intricate world-building and complex characters. While the narrative's pace can sometimes slow down due to detailed exposition, the intense action sequences and compelling plot twists maintain reader engagement. The author's use of multiple perspectives enriches the story, though some may find it initially disorienting.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Emperor's Blades (Chronicle of the Unhewn Throne, #1)?

A reader who enjoys The Emperor's Blades by Brian Staveley typically appreciates epic fantasy with intricate world-building and complex characters. Fans of George R.R. Martin's A Game of Thrones and Brandon Sanderson's Mistborn series will relish the political intrigue, emotional depth, and rich lore found in Staveley's novel.

4.3

48,478 ratings

81%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

480

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Annur • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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