Ship of Magic (Liveship Traders, #1)
by Robin Hobb
Ship of Magic by Robin Hobb holds a highly rated rating of 4.12 out of 5, based on 37.4K reader ratings. First published in 1998. The book spans 880 pages.
About Ship of Magic
Wizardwood, a sentient wood.The most precious commodity in the world.Like many other legendary wares, it comes only from the Rain River Wilds.But how can one trade with the Rain Wilders, when only a liveship fashioned from wizardwood can negotiate the perilous waters of the Rain River? Rare and valuable a liveship will quicken only when three members, from successive generations, have died on board. The liveship Vivacia is about to undergo her quickening as Althea Vestrit’s father is carried on deck in his death-throes. Althea waits for the ship that she loves more than anything else in the world to awaken. Only to discover that the Vivacia has been signed away in her father’s will to her brutal brother-in-law, Kyle Haven...Others plot to win or steal a liveship. The Paragon, known by many as the Pariah, went mad, turned turtle, and drowned his crew. Now he lies blind, lonely, and broken on a deserted beach. But greedy men have designs to restore him, to sail the waters of the Rain Wild River once more.Cover illustration by John Howe
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Robin Hobb |
| Published | 1998 |
| Pages | 880 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.12 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 37,381 |
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What genre is Ship of Magic?
Ship of Magic is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Ship of Magic worth reading?
Based on 37.4K reader ratings, Ship of Magic has an average score of 4.12 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Ship of Magic?
Ship of Magic has 880 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote Ship of Magic?
Ship of Magic was written by Robin Hobb. It was first published in 1998.
What is the ISBN for Ship of Magic?
The ISBN-13 for Ship of Magic is 9780006498860.0.
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