The Cardinal's Blades Omnibus: The Cardinal's Blades, The Alchemist in the Shado

Description: The Cardinal's Blades Omnibus by Pierre Pevel Paris, 1633. Louis XIII is king of France . . . and Cardinal Richelieu governs the country. One of the most dangerous and most powerful men in Europe, Richelieu keeps a steady eye on the enemies of the Crown, to thwart their spies and avert their warmongering. But hes up against people who will stop at nothing to achieve their goals, including forging alliances with Frances oldest and deadliest enemies: Spain, and the Court of Dragons.The nobility keep tiny dragonnets as pets; royal couriers ride tame wyverns, and lethal man-shaped scaled dracs roam the country. But the power rising from the Court of Dragons is anything but mundane, and theyre determined to raise true dragons: ancient, terrible, utterly merciless . . . and poised to move against France . . .This edition includes: The Cardinals Blades, The Alchemist in the Shadows and The Dragon Arcana.A fast-moving story, full of action, intrigue, and swashbuckling adventures Dark Wolfs Fantasy ReviewsDeeply satisfying... . Pevel lets each of his fascinating characters shine in turn while weaving them together in a rich plot with just the right mix of inevitability and surprise. The storytelling is wonderful Publishers WeeklyHistory and alternate history buffs, including fans of Naomi Noviks Temeraire series, should flock to this stylish, swashbuckling fantasyLibrary Journal FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Pierre Pevel, born in 1968, is one of the foremost writers of French fantasy today. The author of seven novels, he was awarded the GRAND PRIX DE LIMAGINAIRE in 2002 and the PRIX IMAGINALES in 2005, both for best novel. Long Description Paris, 1633. Louis XIII is king of France . . . and Cardinal Richelieu governs the country. One of the most dangerous and most powerful men in Europe, Richelieu keeps a steady eye on the enemies of the Crown, to thwart their spies and avert their warmongering. But hes up against people who will stop at nothing to achieve their goals, including forging alliances with Frances oldest and deadliest enemies: Spain, and the Court of Dragons.The nobility keep tiny dragonnets as pets; royal couriers ride tame wyverns, and lethal man-shaped scaled dracs roam the country. But the power rising from the Court of Dragons is anything but mundane, and theyre determined to raise true dragons: ancient, terrible, utterly merciless . . . and poised to move against France . . .This edition includes: The Cardinals Blades, The Alchemist in the Shadows and The Dragon Arcana.A fast-moving story, full of action, intrigue, and swashbuckling adventures Dark Wolfs Fantasy ReviewsDeeply satisfying... . Pevel lets each of his fascinating characters shine in turn while weaving them together in a rich plot with just the right mix of inevitability and surprise. The storytelling is wonderful Publishers WeeklyHistory and alternate history buffs, including fans of Naomi Noviks Temeraire series, should flock to this stylish, swashbuckling fantasyLibrary Journal Review Quote If you are looking for a swashbuckler, you probably wont be disappointed with THE CARDINALS BLADES, especially if you like your swashbuckling with a smattering of history - INTERZONEPierre Pevel...makes a stunning English-language debut with this breathless, swashbuckling tale of intrigue, spying, and swordfights... Pevels adventure is...likely to charm Anglophone audiences who enjoy action-packed adventure with a true historical sensibility - Publishers Weekly starred reviewA fast-moving story, full of action, intrigue, and swashbuckling adventures - Dark Wolfs Fantasy ReviewsAn enormously thigh-slapping, cheering, toasting, roaring, puking, bawling, galloping, adventuring hearty piece of fiction - Adam Roberts Promotional "Headline" A breathless, swashbuckling tale of intrigue, spying, and swordfights . . . action-packed adventure with a true historical sensibility Publishers Weekly starred review Details ISBN1473228336 Author Pierre Pevel Format Paperback Short Title The Cardinals Blades Omnibus Pages 912 Language English Year 2021 ISBN-10 1473228336 ISBN-13 9781473228337 Imprint Gollancz DEWEY 843.92 UK Release Date 2021-01-07 Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Publisher Orion Publishing Co Publication Date 2021-01-07 Subtitle The Cardinals Blades, The Alchemist in the Shadows, The Dragon Arcana Audience General NZ Release Date 2021-03-29 AU Release Date 2021-03-29 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:130913262;

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