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The River of Shadows

(Paperback)


Publishing Details

Full Title:

The River of Shadows

Contributors:
ISBN:

9780575081857

Publisher:

Orion Publishing Co

Imprint:

Gollancz

Publication Date:

8th May 2012

Country:

United Kingdom

Classifications

Readership:

General

Genre:
Fiction/Non-fiction:

Fiction

Main Subject:
Dewey:

813.6

Physical Properties

Physical Format:

Paperback

Number of Pages:

560

Dimensions:

Width 185mm, Height 205mm, Spine 45mm

Weight:

452g

Description

The latest novel in Robert V.S Redick's stunning and original fantasy epic is a taut race against time that takes the Chathrand across the seas in a desperate bid to stop the sorcerer Arunis unleashing the Swarm of Night.

From the mysterious River of Shadows to the Infernal Forest, to the Island Wilderness Pazel and his companions face a phatasmogoric journey through altered relaities, a nightmare journey which offers glimpses of what might have been while taking them into the terror of what is to come.

Will Arunis use the cursed Nilstone to end the world

This is a rich fantasy of nightmares and unexpected beauty and is proof positie that Redick is one of the most exciting new talents in fantasy.

Reviews

PRAISE FOR ROBERT V. S. REDICK
"Robert Redick is an extraordinary talent.""--New York Times" bestselling author Karen Miller
The Red Wolf Conspiracy
"This is one terrific read. . . . I can't remember when I've been more enthralled."--Terry Brooks
"Masterful storytelling . . . a delight."--"Los Angeles Times"
"With comparisons to George R. R. Martin and Philip Pullman, this is highly recommended for all fantasy collections."--"Library Journal "(starred review)
The Ruling Sea
"Exciting . . . enough plot twists and double-crosses to satisfy the most demanding lovers of suspense . . . Redick's brilliant depiction of the microcosmic world aboard the "Chathrand" will captivate readers."--"Publishers Weekly"
"This high-seas adventure has all the ingredients for a good read: a large and diverse cast of characters, magic, deceit, betrayal and unexpected twists."--"RT Book Reviews"
"Easily one of the best fantasy nove

Author Bio

Robert V.S Redick works as the editor for the Spanish and French websites of Oxfam America and as an instructor in the International Development and Social Change program at Clark University. Born and raised in Charlottesville, Virginia, he lives in rural western Massachusetts. His unpublished novel Conquistadores was a finalist for the 2002 AWP/Thomas Dunne Novel Award, under the title Wilderness.

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