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449 pp.
| Scholastic |
October, 2013 |
TradeISBN 978-0-439-84297-6$17.99
(2)
YA
Briar Moss (from Pierce's Circle Quartet books), his mentor Rosethorn, and his protégé Evvy receive an invitation to tour Emperor Weishu's private gardens. Although the Imperial hospitality is bountiful, they can't help but notice the Emperor's cruel streak, and they aid in the escape of the Emperor's most valuable captive, Parahan. Pierce achieves an epic sweep of cultures and intrigue in this wide-ranging volume.
Reviewer: Anita L. Burkam
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