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Two thousand years ago, the Born Queen defeated the Skasloi lords, freeing humans from the bitter yoke of slavery. But now monstrous creatures roam the land—and destinies become inextricably entangled in a drama of power and seduction. The king’s woodsman, a rebellious girl, a young priest, a... read more

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First Sentence edit see section history

THE SKY CRACKED AND LIGHTNING fell through its crooked seams.

Series & Lists edit see section history

This is book 1 of 4 in The Kingdoms of Thorn and Bone. (standard series)

Followed by The Charnel Prince.

Authors & Contributors edit see section history

  1. J. Gregory Keyes (Author)

Other Contributors:

  1. Kirk Caldwell (Artist) - Maps
  2. Stephen Youll (Cover Artist) - Cover illustration
  3. Eric Peterson (Cover Artist) - Cover art (Del Rey, 2003 editions)

First Edition edit see section history

Original Language: English
Publisher: Del Rey
Country: USA
Publication Date: January 21, 2003
ISBN: 0345440668
Page Count: 553

Classification edit see section history

  • Library of Congress: PS3561.E79 B75 2003
  • Dewey: 813.54 21

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