Tempests and Slaughter
The Numair Chronicles Book One
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4.5 • 77 Ratings
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- $11.99
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- $11.99
Publisher Description
'Tamora Pierce's writing is like water from the swiftest, most refreshing clear invigorating and revitalizing river. I return to her books time and time again.' Garth Nix
Three student mages, bound by fate ... fated for danger. Arram Draper is on the path to becoming one of the realm's most powerful mages. The youngest student in his class at the Imperial University of Carthak, he has a Gift with unlimited potential for greatness - and for attracting trouble. At his side are his two best friends: Varice, a clever girl with an often-overlooked talent, and Ozorne, the 'leftover prince' with secret ambitions.
Together, these three friends forge a bond that will one day shape kingdoms. But as Ozorne gets closer to the throne and Varice gets closer to Arram's heart, Arram realizes that soon he will have to decide where his loyalties truly lie.
'I take more comfort from and as great a pleasure in Tamora Pierce's Tortall novels as I do Game of Thrones.' The Washington Post
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
In the intriguing first book of Pierce's Numair Chronicles, set in the medieval fantasy world of her Tortall books, she provides an in-depth look into the magical education and youth of Arram Draper, who later becomes the powerful mage Numair Salmal n. At age 10, Arram is the youngest mage in his class at the Imperial University of Carthak. His raw talent or Gift is enormous and difficult for him to control; it both gets him into trouble and gets him noticed. He quickly makes friends with his roommate, prince Ozorne Tasikhe, and the lovely and kind Varice Kingsford. Although Pierce touches on weighty subjects including slavery and the environment, they're balanced by the relatively lighthearted adventures of Arram and his new friends. She makes the most of the university setting, hinting at possible conflict ahead by way of Ozorne's wish to avenge his father's death. Pierce's many fans will thrill to discover the backstory behind one of their favorite characters. Ages 12 up.
Customer Reviews
Excellent
Another great book from Tamora Pierce. No criticisms, except I finished it too quickly. :)