
Emperor of Thorns
4 (1)
by:
Mark Lawrence
Language: English
Format: Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0425256855
ISBN 13: 9780425256855
Publication date:
August 6th, 2013
Publisher: Ace
Pages: 434
Genres: Science & Technology, Fantasy
King Jorg Ancrath is a complex character, emerging from a tumultuous past laden with the scars of betrayal and ambition. At the age of twenty, he finds himself reigning over seven nations, each one under his iron-fisted rule. But despite the power he wields, Jorg's heart remains consumed by vengeance against his father, the very man who has shaped his dark destiny.
As Jorg navigates the treacherous waters of kingship, he must confront not just external foes, but the demons of his own making. The remnants of his childhood haunt him, and the burden of his choices weighs heavily on his shoulders. With each calculated move, the reader gets a glimpse into a mind that is both brilliant and twisted, reflecting the complexities of leadership and the cost of ambition.
This installment of Jorg's saga takes readers deeper into a world drenched in political intrigue, where trust is a rare commodity. Loyalties shift, and allies can become enemies within a heartbeat. The throne Jorg claims is constantly under threat, and he must forge alliances while squaring off against foes who lurk in the shadows, waiting for the chance to seize power for themselves.
Ultimately, the story is not just about conquest; it's about the struggle for Jorg's soul. As he grapples with his thirst for revenge and the responsibilities of being a king, questions of morality and humanity arise. Can he transcend his brutal past, or is he destined to be consumed by it? The narrative promises a thrilling ride filled with suspense, character development, and the kind of philosophical musings that linger long after the last page is turned.
As Jorg navigates the treacherous waters of kingship, he must confront not just external foes, but the demons of his own making. The remnants of his childhood haunt him, and the burden of his choices weighs heavily on his shoulders. With each calculated move, the reader gets a glimpse into a mind that is both brilliant and twisted, reflecting the complexities of leadership and the cost of ambition.
This installment of Jorg's saga takes readers deeper into a world drenched in political intrigue, where trust is a rare commodity. Loyalties shift, and allies can become enemies within a heartbeat. The throne Jorg claims is constantly under threat, and he must forge alliances while squaring off against foes who lurk in the shadows, waiting for the chance to seize power for themselves.
Ultimately, the story is not just about conquest; it's about the struggle for Jorg's soul. As he grapples with his thirst for revenge and the responsibilities of being a king, questions of morality and humanity arise. Can he transcend his brutal past, or is he destined to be consumed by it? The narrative promises a thrilling ride filled with suspense, character development, and the kind of philosophical musings that linger long after the last page is turned.