Half a King (Shattered Sea, #1)
by Joe Abercrombie
Half a King by Joe Abercrombie holds a well received rating of 3.98 out of 5, based on 23.9K reader ratings. First published in 2014. The book spans 336 pages.
About Half a King
Betrayed by his family and left for dead, Prince Yarvi, reluctant heir to a divided kingdom, has vowed to reclaim a throne he never wanted.But first he must survive cruelty, chains and the bitter waters of the Shattered Sea itself - all with only one good hand. Born a weakling in the eyes of a hard, cold world, he cannot grip a shield or swing an axe, so he has sharpened his mind to a deadly edge.Gathering a strange fellowship of the outcast, he finds they can help him more than any noble could. Even so, Yarvi's path may end as it began - in twists, traps and tragedy...
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Joe Abercrombie |
| Published | 2014 |
| Pages | 336 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Science Fiction, Books |
| Average Rating | 3.98 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 23,911 |
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What genre is Half a King?
Half a King is categorized as Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Science Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Half a King worth reading?
Based on 23.9K reader ratings, Half a King has an average score of 3.98 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Half a King?
Half a King has 336 pages.
Who wrote Half a King?
Half a King was written by Joe Abercrombie. It was first published in 2014.
What is the ISBN for Half a King?
The ISBN-13 for Half a King is 9780804178330.0.
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