The Great Ordeal, 9781841498317
Paperback
An empire marches, a son vanishes, truth hides in the dark.

The Great Ordeal

book 3 of the aspect-emperor

$57.65

  • Paperback

    512 pages

  • Release Date

    26 September 2016

Check Delivery Options

Summary

The Great Ordeal: An Epic of Myth, Violence, and Sorcery

Praised by fans and critics worldwide, R. Scott Bakker presents THE GREAT ORDEAL, the long-anticipated third volume of the Aspect-Emperor, a series renowned for its grandiose scope, rich detail, and thrilling story.

As Fanim war-drums beat outside the city, Empress Anasurimbor Esmenet frantically searches for her missing son Kelmomas. Many miles away, her husband’s Great Ordeal continues its epic march north. …

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781841498317
ISBN-10:1841498319
Series:The Aspect-emperor
Author:R. Scott Bakker
Publisher:Little, Brown Book Group
Imprint:Orbit
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:512
Release Date:26 September 2016
Weight:624g
Dimensions:232mm x 152mm x 38mm
What They're Saying

Critics Review

Terrifying and astonishing. Here is world-building on the grand scale it should achieve. Here are emotions and stakes driven to a pitch that will squeeze every reader breathless.

Leaves most of the competition trailing - Guardian

Powerful, engrossing, ferociously intelligent

A class act - SFX

Exquisitely intelligent and beautifully written

About The Author

R. Scott Bakker

R. Scott Bakker is a student of literature, history, philosophy and ancient languages. He divides his time between writing philosophy and fantasy, though he often has difficulty distinguishing between them. He lives in London, Ontario.

Returns

This item is eligible for free returns within 30 days of delivery. See our returns policy for further details.