The Bastard Prince

The Bastard Prince

Author: Katherine Kurtz

Publisher: Open Road Media

Published: 2016-03-08

Total Pages: 432

ISBN-13: 1504031288

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A young king manipulated by evil hands becomes a champion of justice when a magical pretender to the throne challenges his sovereignty For six years, forces of evil and repression have ruled medieval Gwynedd after eliminating two rightful kings of the Haldane line. Keeping the current young liege, King Rhys Michael, weak with wine, the council of regents and its fanatical allies in the church have been virtually unstoppable in their quest to dominate and destroy the mystical Deryni who share their land. But now a credible threat has arisen: A Deryni claimant to the throne has taken up arms against the cruel oppressors of his magical race. With a mighty army at his command, Prince Marek—the bastard son of King Imre, Gwynedd’s last Deryni ruler—has challenged the Haldane reign, and Rhys Michael’s masters realize the young king must be roused from his stupor to confront the interloper. However, the young Haldane monarch is not the malleable, drunken puppet the regents imagine—and when his long-dormant arcane powers are awakened, Rhys Michael will put his own clandestine plans in motion to right the wrongs of recent history no matter what the cost. The fourth trilogy in Katherine Kurtz’s magnificent chronicles of the Deryni concludes with awesome power in this stirring tale of war, faith, magic, and justice. Populated by a large cast of unforgettable characters, the thrilling history of an alternate medieval world unfolds in all its epic splendor and tragedy, strongly reaffirming Kurtz’s well-deserved place among the finest storytellers and world-builders in all of fantasy fiction.


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Download or read book The Bastard Prince written by Katherine Kurtz and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2016-03-08 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A young king manipulated by evil hands becomes a champion of justice when a magical pretender to the throne challenges his sovereignty For six years, forces of evil and repression have ruled medieval Gwynedd after eliminating two rightful kings of the Haldane line. Keeping the current young liege, King Rhys Michael, weak with wine, the council of regents and its fanatical allies in the church have been virtually unstoppable in their quest to dominate and destroy the mystical Deryni who share their land. But now a credible threat has arisen: A Deryni claimant to the throne has taken up arms against the cruel oppressors of his magical race. With a mighty army at his command, Prince Marek—the bastard son of King Imre, Gwynedd’s last Deryni ruler—has challenged the Haldane reign, and Rhys Michael’s masters realize the young king must be roused from his stupor to confront the interloper. However, the young Haldane monarch is not the malleable, drunken puppet the regents imagine—and when his long-dormant arcane powers are awakened, Rhys Michael will put his own clandestine plans in motion to right the wrongs of recent history no matter what the cost. The fourth trilogy in Katherine Kurtz’s magnificent chronicles of the Deryni concludes with awesome power in this stirring tale of war, faith, magic, and justice. Populated by a large cast of unforgettable characters, the thrilling history of an alternate medieval world unfolds in all its epic splendor and tragedy, strongly reaffirming Kurtz’s well-deserved place among the finest storytellers and world-builders in all of fantasy fiction.


Bastard Prince

Bastard Prince

Author: Beverley A Murphy

Publisher: The History Press

Published: 2011-08-26

Total Pages: 336

ISBN-13: 0752468898

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It took Henry VIII 28 years, three wives, and a break with Rome before he secured a legitimate male heir. Yet he already had the illegitimate Henry Fitzroy. Fitzroy was born in 1519 after the King's affair with Elizabeth Blount. He was the only illegitimate offspring ever acknowledged by Henry VIII, and Cardinal Wolsey was even one of his Godparents. So just how close did he come to being Henry IX?


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Download or read book Bastard Prince written by Beverley A Murphy and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2011-08-26 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It took Henry VIII 28 years, three wives, and a break with Rome before he secured a legitimate male heir. Yet he already had the illegitimate Henry Fitzroy. Fitzroy was born in 1519 after the King's affair with Elizabeth Blount. He was the only illegitimate offspring ever acknowledged by Henry VIII, and Cardinal Wolsey was even one of his Godparents. So just how close did he come to being Henry IX?


The Bastard Prince

The Bastard Prince

Author: Megan Derr

Publisher: Less Than Three Press, LLC

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 126

ISBN-13: 1936202093

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Reyes O'Bannon lives a fairly quiet life, despite his role as the King's secretary. His days are filled with appointments, paperwork, and avoiding the romantic attentions of Kinnaird, the Duke of Keyes; attentions that become harder to ignore with each passing day... Then the Kingdom is attacked, and the nature and location of the attacks make it painfully clear there is a traitor in their midst. The attacks are further compounded by the sudden arrival of a man who claims to have a legitimate claim on the throne, a bastard prince who knows things from the King's past that no one else could know. As the problems increase, both within the palace and across the Kingdom, Reyes can only watch as Kinnaird is sent out to unravel the mystery and the King begins to fall apart.


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Download or read book The Bastard Prince written by Megan Derr and published by Less Than Three Press, LLC. This book was released on 2010 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reyes O'Bannon lives a fairly quiet life, despite his role as the King's secretary. His days are filled with appointments, paperwork, and avoiding the romantic attentions of Kinnaird, the Duke of Keyes; attentions that become harder to ignore with each passing day... Then the Kingdom is attacked, and the nature and location of the attacks make it painfully clear there is a traitor in their midst. The attacks are further compounded by the sudden arrival of a man who claims to have a legitimate claim on the throne, a bastard prince who knows things from the King's past that no one else could know. As the problems increase, both within the palace and across the Kingdom, Reyes can only watch as Kinnaird is sent out to unravel the mystery and the King begins to fall apart.


Claimed by the Bastard Prince

Claimed by the Bastard Prince

Author: Sue Lyndon

Publisher: Sue Lyndon

Published:

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13:

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He'll make her beg... Sparks fly when Cora meets the infamous Bastard Prince of Ismallia during a wedding celebration at Shalan Palace. Akeen is darkly handsome and cocky as hell, but her body hums at his mere presence and it's not long before she throws caution to the wind and agrees to spend the night in his royal chambers. But she insists it's only for one night. Akeen disagrees. He wants to claim her over and over again. One night simply won't do. He wants to keep her forever. The spirited American sunflower will belong to him--and soon. He plans to not only make her his wife, but to own her, tame her, and command her obedience. The pretty blonde proves a challenge, but he's not easily deterred. As the powerful and feared Bastard Prince of Ismallia, he always gets what he wants. But when Cora is suspected in a plot against the king, Akeen has no choice but to arrest her and hold her captive in the dungeon. Deep in the depths of the palace, he will personally interrogate her. And if she's telling the truth about her innocence? He still plans to keep her. Publisher's Note: Claimed by the Bastard Prince was first published in the Royally Mine box set. This re-released edition includes several new scenes for your reading pleasure.


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Download or read book Claimed by the Bastard Prince written by Sue Lyndon and published by Sue Lyndon. This book was released on with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: He'll make her beg... Sparks fly when Cora meets the infamous Bastard Prince of Ismallia during a wedding celebration at Shalan Palace. Akeen is darkly handsome and cocky as hell, but her body hums at his mere presence and it's not long before she throws caution to the wind and agrees to spend the night in his royal chambers. But she insists it's only for one night. Akeen disagrees. He wants to claim her over and over again. One night simply won't do. He wants to keep her forever. The spirited American sunflower will belong to him--and soon. He plans to not only make her his wife, but to own her, tame her, and command her obedience. The pretty blonde proves a challenge, but he's not easily deterred. As the powerful and feared Bastard Prince of Ismallia, he always gets what he wants. But when Cora is suspected in a plot against the king, Akeen has no choice but to arrest her and hold her captive in the dungeon. Deep in the depths of the palace, he will personally interrogate her. And if she's telling the truth about her innocence? He still plans to keep her. Publisher's Note: Claimed by the Bastard Prince was first published in the Royally Mine box set. This re-released edition includes several new scenes for your reading pleasure.


The Bastard Prince

The Bastard Prince

Author: Shinta Apriliani

Publisher: Eternity Publishing

Published: 2022-07-27

Total Pages: 279

ISBN-13:

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Jeremy Davinson dan Eva Caroline sudah menjalin hubungan selama 7 tahun. Eva sabar dan setia menunggu Jeremy untuk melamarnya, memintanya menjadi istrinya tetapi sampai 7 tahun hubungan mereka berlangsung Jeremy belum juga melamarnya. Eva yang terus di desak oleh keluarga nya untuk menikah memberanikan diri bertanya tentang pernikahan tetapi Jeremy masih tetap sama. Tidak ingin terikat dengan pernikahan yang menurut pria itu 'merepotkan' Jeremy memang mencintai Eva tetapi dirinya sudah memutuskan untuk tidak akan menikah seumur hidupnya. Saat Eva mengatakan ingin menikah Jeremy jelas menolak nya. Jeremy menegaskan bahwa di hidupnya tidak ada kata 'Pernikahan'. Jeremy merasa tidak perlu ada pernikahan di antara mereka berdua di saat mereka bisa tinggal bersama tanpa perlu ada ikatan. Mereka juga bisa memiliki anak tanpa ada pernikahan juga kan? Lalu kenapa Eva tetap memaksa nya untuk menikah? Bagaimana kelanjutan hubungan Eva dan Jeremy? Apa Eva tetap bertahan dengan Jeremy yang tidak ingin menikah atau menerima tawaran perjodohan dari kedua orang tua nya? Apa yang harus Eva pilih?


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Download or read book The Bastard Prince written by Shinta Apriliani and published by Eternity Publishing. This book was released on 2022-07-27 with total page 279 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jeremy Davinson dan Eva Caroline sudah menjalin hubungan selama 7 tahun. Eva sabar dan setia menunggu Jeremy untuk melamarnya, memintanya menjadi istrinya tetapi sampai 7 tahun hubungan mereka berlangsung Jeremy belum juga melamarnya. Eva yang terus di desak oleh keluarga nya untuk menikah memberanikan diri bertanya tentang pernikahan tetapi Jeremy masih tetap sama. Tidak ingin terikat dengan pernikahan yang menurut pria itu 'merepotkan' Jeremy memang mencintai Eva tetapi dirinya sudah memutuskan untuk tidak akan menikah seumur hidupnya. Saat Eva mengatakan ingin menikah Jeremy jelas menolak nya. Jeremy menegaskan bahwa di hidupnya tidak ada kata 'Pernikahan'. Jeremy merasa tidak perlu ada pernikahan di antara mereka berdua di saat mereka bisa tinggal bersama tanpa perlu ada ikatan. Mereka juga bisa memiliki anak tanpa ada pernikahan juga kan? Lalu kenapa Eva tetap memaksa nya untuk menikah? Bagaimana kelanjutan hubungan Eva dan Jeremy? Apa Eva tetap bertahan dengan Jeremy yang tidak ingin menikah atau menerima tawaran perjodohan dari kedua orang tua nya? Apa yang harus Eva pilih?


The Winter Prince

The Winter Prince

Author: Elizabeth Wein

Publisher: Open Road Media

Published: 2013-07-09

Total Pages: 309

ISBN-13: 1480433195

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Brave Medraut is a fitting heir to the throne—but he can never be king—in this fantasy retelling of the legend of Mordred from the author of Code Name Verity. Medraut is the eldest son of High King Artos, and would-be heir to the British throne—if not for an unfortunate circumstance of birth. Instead, his weak and unskilled half-brother, Lleu, is chosen as successor. Medraut cannot bear the thought of being ruled by the boy who has taken what he believes is rightfully his. Consumed by jealousy, he turns to Morgause, the high king’s treacherous sister, who exploits Medraut’s shame and plots to take over the throne. But when Medraut discovers Lleu’s inner strength and goodness, he finds his battle is not just with the kingdom, but with the demons inside himself. Now he must choose where his allegiances truly lie. Perfect for readers of Robin McKinley and Jane Yolen, The Winter Prince is an “engrossing” novel that “fantasy lovers and devotees of Arthurian legends will enjoy,” from an author who has won honors ranging from the Carnegie Medal to the Edgar Award (Booklist). This ebook features an illustrated biography of Elizabeth Wein including rare images from the author’s personal collection.


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Download or read book The Winter Prince written by Elizabeth Wein and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2013-07-09 with total page 309 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Brave Medraut is a fitting heir to the throne—but he can never be king—in this fantasy retelling of the legend of Mordred from the author of Code Name Verity. Medraut is the eldest son of High King Artos, and would-be heir to the British throne—if not for an unfortunate circumstance of birth. Instead, his weak and unskilled half-brother, Lleu, is chosen as successor. Medraut cannot bear the thought of being ruled by the boy who has taken what he believes is rightfully his. Consumed by jealousy, he turns to Morgause, the high king’s treacherous sister, who exploits Medraut’s shame and plots to take over the throne. But when Medraut discovers Lleu’s inner strength and goodness, he finds his battle is not just with the kingdom, but with the demons inside himself. Now he must choose where his allegiances truly lie. Perfect for readers of Robin McKinley and Jane Yolen, The Winter Prince is an “engrossing” novel that “fantasy lovers and devotees of Arthurian legends will enjoy,” from an author who has won honors ranging from the Carnegie Medal to the Edgar Award (Booklist). This ebook features an illustrated biography of Elizabeth Wein including rare images from the author’s personal collection.


Bastard Prince

Bastard Prince

Author: Nana Malone

Publisher: Sankofa Girl

Published: 2018-09-04

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13:

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Dive into this enemies to lovers, roommates to lovers royal romance! I’d kill anyone who hurt her… even if that means forcing myself to stay away. A year ago I found out I was a long lost prince. But with one lie, that’s all been undone. Prince or pauper, I’m not going to stop fighting for my woman. She may be the only thing I can count on right now. I'll never stop fighting for her...no matter the stakes. I never meant to get in so deep with my roommate—but that doesn’t excuse what I did. I wanted to show her I was worthy of her. I wanted to give her everything. And most of all, I wanted to keep her safe. The thought of something happening to her makes me see red, makes me want to burn the world down to protect my love. But all she saw was the bastard. There’s more at stake than heartbreak. My life is in danger. Which means I can’t go back to Bryna. And I’m not the only one with secrets. (This is Book 2 in the Royals Undone duet.) Books in the Winston Isles Royal Saga! Cheeky Royal Cheeky King Royal Bastard Bastard Prince Royal Tease Teasing the Princess Protecting the Heiress Tempting the Heiress Return of the Prince To Love a Prince Bodyguard to the Billionaire The Billionaire's Secret London Royal London Soul Royal Playboy Playboy's Heart Topics: contemporary romance, romantic comedy, royal romance, billionaire romance, billionaire, series, romantic comedy series, comedy, comedy series, interracial romance, funny romance, laugh romance, modern romance, urban romance, new york, new york romance, wealthy, USA today, USA today bestseller, Prince romance, neighbor romance, best friends to lovers romance, city romance, smart romance, undercover bodyguard, neighbors romance, roommate romance, something funny to read, best friends in romance, brothers, Kinds, royalty, lighthearted romance, light romance, hot romance, nana malone, nana malone romance, proposal, proposal romance, engagement, engagement romance, free ebook, freebie, free book, free reads, free romance novel, free romance book, free billionaire book, romantic comedy books free, romance books free, billionaire romance for adults, billionaire romance books, contemporary romance free, funny romance, funny romance free, funny books free, comedy books free, rom com, hilarious, romance series, romance series, romance books, beach reads, new adult, college, funny, female, stories, sensual, sensual romance, alpha male, dominant male, hot guy, racy, billionaire romance free, sexy, heartwarming, heart-warming, family, love, love books, kissing books, emotional journey, contemporary, contemporary romance, romance series, long series, long romance series, wealthy hero, wealthy heroes, sassy, captivating romance, hot, hot romance, forbidden love, sparks, loyalty, swoon, mystery, action adventure romance, romantic suspense, suspense romance, action scene romance, action adventure romance. If you love, Carrie Anne Ryan, Geneva Lee, Laurelin Paige, Skye Warren, Rachel Van Dyken, Louise Bay, Jessica Hawkings, KA Linde, Vi Keeland, Karina Halle, Moica Murphy, then Royal Bastard is for you.


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Download or read book Bastard Prince written by Nana Malone and published by Sankofa Girl. This book was released on 2018-09-04 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive into this enemies to lovers, roommates to lovers royal romance! I’d kill anyone who hurt her… even if that means forcing myself to stay away. A year ago I found out I was a long lost prince. But with one lie, that’s all been undone. Prince or pauper, I’m not going to stop fighting for my woman. She may be the only thing I can count on right now. I'll never stop fighting for her...no matter the stakes. I never meant to get in so deep with my roommate—but that doesn’t excuse what I did. I wanted to show her I was worthy of her. I wanted to give her everything. And most of all, I wanted to keep her safe. The thought of something happening to her makes me see red, makes me want to burn the world down to protect my love. But all she saw was the bastard. There’s more at stake than heartbreak. My life is in danger. Which means I can’t go back to Bryna. And I’m not the only one with secrets. (This is Book 2 in the Royals Undone duet.) Books in the Winston Isles Royal Saga! Cheeky Royal Cheeky King Royal Bastard Bastard Prince Royal Tease Teasing the Princess Protecting the Heiress Tempting the Heiress Return of the Prince To Love a Prince Bodyguard to the Billionaire The Billionaire's Secret London Royal London Soul Royal Playboy Playboy's Heart Topics: contemporary romance, romantic comedy, royal romance, billionaire romance, billionaire, series, romantic comedy series, comedy, comedy series, interracial romance, funny romance, laugh romance, modern romance, urban romance, new york, new york romance, wealthy, USA today, USA today bestseller, Prince romance, neighbor romance, best friends to lovers romance, city romance, smart romance, undercover bodyguard, neighbors romance, roommate romance, something funny to read, best friends in romance, brothers, Kinds, royalty, lighthearted romance, light romance, hot romance, nana malone, nana malone romance, proposal, proposal romance, engagement, engagement romance, free ebook, freebie, free book, free reads, free romance novel, free romance book, free billionaire book, romantic comedy books free, romance books free, billionaire romance for adults, billionaire romance books, contemporary romance free, funny romance, funny romance free, funny books free, comedy books free, rom com, hilarious, romance series, romance series, romance books, beach reads, new adult, college, funny, female, stories, sensual, sensual romance, alpha male, dominant male, hot guy, racy, billionaire romance free, sexy, heartwarming, heart-warming, family, love, love books, kissing books, emotional journey, contemporary, contemporary romance, romance series, long series, long romance series, wealthy hero, wealthy heroes, sassy, captivating romance, hot, hot romance, forbidden love, sparks, loyalty, swoon, mystery, action adventure romance, romantic suspense, suspense romance, action scene romance, action adventure romance. If you love, Carrie Anne Ryan, Geneva Lee, Laurelin Paige, Skye Warren, Rachel Van Dyken, Louise Bay, Jessica Hawkings, KA Linde, Vi Keeland, Karina Halle, Moica Murphy, then Royal Bastard is for you.


The Legends of Amrapali

The Legends of Amrapali

Author: Anurag Anand,

Publisher: Sristhi Publishers & Distributors

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 184

ISBN-13: 9380349475

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Anurag Anand is a Banking Professional from the city of dreams, Mumbai. His passion for writing is an offshoot of one of his favorite pastimes – cuddling up with an interesting book and embarking on a voyage of fantasy, severing all ties with the world around. His other bestselling titles under the banner of Srishti Publishers include: Reality Bites: A not to innocent love story, and The Quest for Nothing: Where love and deceit are on a collision path


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Download or read book The Legends of Amrapali written by Anurag Anand, and published by Sristhi Publishers & Distributors. This book was released on 2012 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Anurag Anand is a Banking Professional from the city of dreams, Mumbai. His passion for writing is an offshoot of one of his favorite pastimes – cuddling up with an interesting book and embarking on a voyage of fantasy, severing all ties with the world around. His other bestselling titles under the banner of Srishti Publishers include: Reality Bites: A not to innocent love story, and The Quest for Nothing: Where love and deceit are on a collision path


Wind Energy - The Facts

Wind Energy - The Facts

Author: European Wind Energy Association

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2012-05-04

Total Pages: 594

ISBN-13: 1136548599

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Wind power is often held up as the most accessible and cost-effective route to reducing our reliance on fossil fuels and improving our energy independence, yet knowledge of what it offers is often clouded by myths and misunderstandings, which can hamper its adoption. This new book, the result of an ambitious project coordinated by the European Wind Energy Association, aims to present the facts about wind energy. It includes six sections discussing: technology grid integration economics of wind its industry and markets its environmental impacts the scenarios and targets for wind energy. Contributions are drawn from nine leading research bodies across Europe, and the material is global in its scope. It is therefore an essential resource and reference for those whose work or study demands an in-depth examination of the subject, and for anyone who wants detailed, accurate and up-to-date information on this key energy source.


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Download or read book Wind Energy - The Facts written by European Wind Energy Association and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012-05-04 with total page 594 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wind power is often held up as the most accessible and cost-effective route to reducing our reliance on fossil fuels and improving our energy independence, yet knowledge of what it offers is often clouded by myths and misunderstandings, which can hamper its adoption. This new book, the result of an ambitious project coordinated by the European Wind Energy Association, aims to present the facts about wind energy. It includes six sections discussing: technology grid integration economics of wind its industry and markets its environmental impacts the scenarios and targets for wind energy. Contributions are drawn from nine leading research bodies across Europe, and the material is global in its scope. It is therefore an essential resource and reference for those whose work or study demands an in-depth examination of the subject, and for anyone who wants detailed, accurate and up-to-date information on this key energy source.


Prince of Thorns

Prince of Thorns

Author: Mark Lawrence

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2011-08-02

Total Pages: 338

ISBN-13: 1101543299

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BOOK ONE IN THE BROKEN EMPIRE TRILOGY “Prince of Thorns deserves attention as the work of an iconoclast who seems determined to turn that familiar thing, Medievalesque Fantasy Trilogy, entirely on its head.”—Locus When he was nine, he watched as his mother and brother were killed before him. By the time he was thirteen, he was the leader of a band of bloodthirsty thugs. By fifteen, he intends to be king... It’s time for Prince Honorous Jorg Ancrath to return to the castle he turned his back on, to take what’s rightfully his. Since the day he hung pinned on the thorns of a briar patch and watched Count Renar’s men slaughter his mother and young brother, Jorg has been driven to vent his rage. Life and death are no more than a game to him—and he has nothing left to lose. But treachery awaits him in his father’s castle. Treachery and dark magic. No matter how fierce his will, can one young man conquer enemies with power beyond his imagining?


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Download or read book Prince of Thorns written by Mark Lawrence and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2011-08-02 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: BOOK ONE IN THE BROKEN EMPIRE TRILOGY “Prince of Thorns deserves attention as the work of an iconoclast who seems determined to turn that familiar thing, Medievalesque Fantasy Trilogy, entirely on its head.”—Locus When he was nine, he watched as his mother and brother were killed before him. By the time he was thirteen, he was the leader of a band of bloodthirsty thugs. By fifteen, he intends to be king... It’s time for Prince Honorous Jorg Ancrath to return to the castle he turned his back on, to take what’s rightfully his. Since the day he hung pinned on the thorns of a briar patch and watched Count Renar’s men slaughter his mother and young brother, Jorg has been driven to vent his rage. Life and death are no more than a game to him—and he has nothing left to lose. But treachery awaits him in his father’s castle. Treachery and dark magic. No matter how fierce his will, can one young man conquer enemies with power beyond his imagining?