Barren (Novella)

(Hardback)

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A new Demon Cycle novella from internationally bestselling author Peter V. Brett
Each night, the world is overrun by bloodthirsty demons. For centuries, humanity survived only by hiding behind defensive wards magical symbols of power. Now, though, the rediscovery of other, long-forgotten wards has given them the magic they need to fight back

In Tibbets Brook, the fighting wards have brought change, heightening tensions and grudges of a troubled past. Selia Square, the woman they call Barren, has long been the force holding the Brook together. As a terrifying new threat emerges, she must rally the people of the Brook once more.

But Selia has a past of her own. And in a small community the personal and the political can never be divided. If Tibbets Brook is to survive, Selia must uncover memories she has buried deep of the woman she once was and the woman she once loved to retell their story.

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PRAISE FOR THE DEMON CYCLE:

Peter V. Brett is one of my favourite new authors
Patrick Rothfuss

There is much to admire in Peter Bretts writing, and his concept is brilliant. Theres action and suspense all the way
Terry Brooks

[Peter V. Brett is] at the top of his game. I give this my highest recommendation
Tor.com

[Brett] confirms his place among epic fantasys pantheon of greats amid the likes of George R.R. Martin, Steven Erikson, and Robert Jordan
Fantasy Book Critic

Author Bio

Peter V. Brett is the international bestselling author of THE PAINTED MAN and THE DESERT SPEAR. Raised on a steady diet of fantasy novels, comic books and Dungeons & Dragons, Brett has been writing fantasy stories for as long as he can remember. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English literature and art history from the University at Buffalo in 1995, and then spent more than a decade in pharmaceutical publishing before returning to his bliss. He lives in New York City.