Half the World (Shattered Sea, #2)
by Joe Abercrombie
Half the World by Joe Abercrombie holds a highly rated rating of 4.20 out of 5, based on 12.4K reader ratings. First published in 2015. The book spans 366 pages.
About Half the World
Thorn Bathu was born to fight. But when she kills a boy in the training square she finds herself named a murderer.Fate places her life in the hands of the deep-cunning Father Yarvi as he sets out to cross half the world in search of allies against the ruthless High King. Beside her is Brand, a young warrior who hates to kill. A failure in her eyes and his own, the voyage is his last chance at redemption.But warriors can be weapons, and weapons are made for one purpose. Will Thorn always be a tool in the hands of the powerful, or can she carve her own path? Is there a place outside of legend for a woman with a blade?
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Joe Abercrombie |
| Published | 2015 |
| Pages | 366 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Romance, Science Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.20 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 12,396 |
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What genre is Half the World?
Half the World is categorized as Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Half the World worth reading?
Based on 12.4K reader ratings, Half the World has an average score of 4.20 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Half the World?
Half the World has 366 pages.
Who wrote Half the World?
Half the World was written by Joe Abercrombie. It was first published in 2015.
What is the ISBN for Half the World?
The ISBN-13 for Half the World is 9780804178430.0.
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