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Kushiel’s Mercy (Imriel’s Trilogy, #3)

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Fantasy Romance Fiction

by Jacqueline Carey

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4.30 (13.3K ratings)
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description 653 pages

Kushiel's Mercy by Jacqueline Carey holds a highly rated rating of 4.30 out of 5, based on 13.3K reader ratings. First published in 2001. The book spans 653 pages.

About Kushiel's Mercy

Having learned a lesson about thwarting the will of the gods, Imriel and Sidonie publicly confess their affair, only to see the country boil over in turmoil. Younger generations, infatuated by their heart-twisting, star-cross romance, defend the couple. Many others cannot forget the betrayals of Imriel's mother, Melisande, who plunged their country into a bloody war that cost the lives of their fathers, brothers, and sons.To quell the unrest, Ysandre, the queen, sets her decree. She will not divide the lovers, yet neither will she acknowledge them. If they marry, Sidonie will be disinherited, losing her claim on the throne.There's only one way they can truly be together. Imriel must perform an act of faith: search the world for his infamous mother and bring her back to Terre d'Ange to be executed for treason.Facing a terrible choice, Imriel and Sidonie prepare ruefully for another long separation. But when a dark foreign force casts a shadow over Terre d'Ange and all the surrounding countries, their world is turned upside down, alliances of the unlikeliest kind are made, and Imriel and Sidonie learn that the god Elua always puts hearts together apurpose.

Detail Value
Author Jacqueline Carey
Published 2001
Pages 653
Genres Fantasy, Romance, Fiction
Average Rating 4.30 / 5.00
Total Ratings 13,337

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

4.3
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13.3K ratings
With a rating of 4.30, Kushiel's Mercy is rated above the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.06, it performs above expectations.

How It Compares

4.30
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Kushiel's Mercy?

Kushiel's Mercy is categorized as Fantasy, Romance, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is Kushiel's Mercy worth reading?

Based on 13.3K reader ratings, Kushiel's Mercy has an average score of 4.30 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."

How many pages is Kushiel's Mercy?

Kushiel's Mercy has 653 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.

Who wrote Kushiel's Mercy?

Kushiel's Mercy was written by Jacqueline Carey. It was first published in 2001.

What is the ISBN for Kushiel's Mercy?

The ISBN-13 for Kushiel's Mercy is 9780446500040.0.

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