{"product_id":"tower-lord-isbn-9780425265635","title":"Tower Lord","description":"\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eNew York Times \u003c\/i\u003ebestselling author Anthony Ryan returns to the “wonderful universe” (\u003ci\u003eFantasy Book Critic\u003c\/i\u003e) of \u003ci\u003eBlood Song\u003c\/i\u003e, as Vaelin Al Sorna continues on his inevitable road to destiny…\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKing Janus’s vision of a Unified Realm has failed, drowned in the blood of brave men fighting for a cause that was forged from a lie. Sick at heart, Vaelin Al Sorna, warrior of the Sixth Order, returns home, determined to kill no more, seeking peace far from the intrigues of a troubled Realm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut those gifted with the blood-song are not destined to live quiet lives. Vaelin finds himself a target, both for those seeking revenge and those who know about his gift. And as a great threat once again moves against the Realm, Vaelin realizes that when faced with annihilation, even the most reluctant hand must eventually draw a sword.“Ryan shines brighter in his sophomore effort by giving us many brilliant characters…Easily the best heroic epic fantasy of 2014…Anthony Ryan is David Gemmell’s natural successor and epic fantasy’s best British talent.”\u003cb\u003e—\u003ci\u003eFantasy Book Critic\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“[\u003ci\u003eTower Lord\u003c\/i\u003e] begins to realize the imagination and coherency of Tolkien, while remaining true to the heart and soul of the author. The Raven’s Shadow series is one of the best new series out there, challenging all the existing big-names to sit up and take notice, or be left behind.”\u003cb\u003e—\u003ci\u003eFantasy Book Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“[Ryan has] proven himself as an author who can write a very diverse and convincing cast of characters…A wonderful follow-up.”\u003cb\u003e—\u003ci\u003eThe Bibliosanctum\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“[L]eaves you both satisfied and on the edge of your seat for what happens next. Loved it.”\u003cb\u003e—\u003ci\u003eTenacious Reader\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“The series shaping up to become something established for the fantasy genre that will be recommended for years to come. Anthony Ryan has shown he’s able to repeat with Tower Lord what he started with Blood Song.”\u003cb\u003e—\u003ci\u003eIndie-Fantasy\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnthony Ryan\u003c\/b\u003e is the author of the Raven’s Shadow novels, including \u003ci\u003eBlood Song\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eTower Lord\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eQueen of Fire\u003c\/i\u003e. He lives in London, where he is at work on his next book.","brand":"Ace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46305501970661,"sku":"NP9780425265635","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780425265635.jpg?v=1767742871","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/tower-lord-isbn-9780425265635","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}