The Rage of Dragons by Evan Winter (English) Hardcover Book

Description: The Rage of Dragons by Evan Winter "Originally published in 2017"--Title page verso. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Game of Thrones meets Gladiator in this blockbuster debut epic fantasy about a world caught in an eternal war, and the young man who will become his peoples only hope for survival.Winner of the Reddit/Fantasy Award for Best Debut Fantasy NovelThe Omehi people have been fighting an unwinnable war for almost two hundred years. The lucky ones are born gifted. One in every two thousand women has the power to call down dragons. One in every hundred men is able to magically transform himself into a bigger, stronger, faster killing machine.Everyone else is fodder, destined to fight and die in the endless war.Young, gift-less Tau knows all this, but he has a plan of escape. Hes going to get himself injured, get out early, and settle down to marriage, children, and land. Only, he doesnt get the chance.Those closest to him are brutally murdered, and his grief swiftly turns to anger. Fixated on revenge, Tau dedicates himself to an unthinkable path. Hell become the greatest swordsman to ever live, a man willing to die a hundred thousand times for the chance to kill the three who betrayed him.The Rage of Dragons launches a stunning and powerful debut epic fantasy series that readers are already calling "the best fantasy book in years." Author Biography Born in England to South American parents, Evan Winter was raised in Africa near the historical territory of his Xhosa ancestors. Evan has always loved fantasy novels, but when his son was born, he realized that there werent many epic fantasy novels featuring characters who looked like him. So, before he ran out of time, he started writing them. Review "The Rage of Dragons is an uncompromisingly brutal fantasy in a unique, fascinating world I want to see a lot more of. Fans of Anthony Ryans Blood Song will love this."--Django Wexler, author of The Thousand Names"The Rage of Dragons takes the best parts of epic fantasy and sets them in a refreshing and inventive new world, a gripping tale that makes clear the true cost of war and colonialism with one of the most enthralling heros journeys Ive read."--S. A. Chakraborty, author of City of Brass"A refreshingly brutal and imaginative tale of survival and revenge. Evan Winters battles are visceral, bloody masterpieces, and Taus climb from exiled Lesser to legendary warrior is earned in a way few writers could hope to match."--David Dalglish, author of the Shadowdance Series"A unique military fantasy....The fast-paced action will have readers eager to follow Tau into the next book of this captivating epic."--Booklist (starred review)"A Xhosa-inspired world complete with magic, dragons, demons and curses, The Rage of Dragons takes classic fantasy and imbues it with a fresh and exciting twist."--Anna Stephens, author of Godblind"Canadas answer to George R. R. Martin... A vividly drawn, instantly gripping saga."--Globe and Mail"Compelling, expansive and rich. Winter has created an exciting and immersive world of magic, vengeance and wonder"--Micah Yongo, author of Lost Gods"Expertly structured with a keen eye for action and character, The Rage of Dragons is a captivating epic heroic fantasy from a major new talent."--Anthony Ryan, author of Blood Song"Intense, inventive and action-packed from beginning to end - a relentlessly gripping, brilliant read."--James Islington, author of The Shadow of What Was Lost"It may be cliche to say a book was impossible to put down, but well, dang it, this book was impossible to put down!... a rip-roaring good story."--Rick Riordan"People ask the last book I couldnt put down, and I tell them The Rage of Dragons. The tension rises with every page until you fear it will break you in two."--Peter V. Brett, New York Times Bestselling Author of The Warded Man"Winters debut will draw strong comparisons to George R.R. Martin and Brandon Sanderson, and the strong African influences and ties create a singular, exciting epic with intriguing characters and culture. Readers will be clamoring for the next installment."--Library Journal (starred review)"Winters stunning debut fantasy epic is rich in complex characters and a well-wrought world with both European and African influences. ... This impressive series launch holds tremendous promise."--Publishers Weekly (starred review)"Wow. This book hits the ground with stunning action and danger, and it barely lets up as the pages fly by. I loved the African-influence culture, the unique use of dragons and demons, the complex martial and class hierarchy, and it has a magic system unlike anything Ive seen before. What a terrific set up for a series!"--David Anthony Durham, author of The Acacia Trilogy Review Quote "Wow. This book hits the ground with stunning action and danger, and it barely lets up as the pages fly by. I loved the African-influence culture, the unique use of dragons and demons, the complex martial and class hierarchy, and it has a magic system unlike anything Ive seen before. What a terrific set up for a series!"-- David Anthony Durham, author of The Acacia Trilogy Details ISBN031648976X Author Evan Winter Pages 544 Publisher Orbit Language English Year 2019 ISBN-10 031648976X ISBN-13 9780316489768 Format Hardcover DEWEY 823.92 Series Number 1 Imprint Orbit Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2019-07-16 NZ Release Date 2019-07-16 US Release Date 2019-07-16 UK Release Date 1900-01-01 Series Burning Publication Date 2019-07-16 Audience General 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:137645832;

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