The Aeronaut’s Windlass (The Cinder Spires, #1)
by Jim Butcher
The Aeronaut's Windlass by Jim Butcher holds a highly rated rating of 4.18 out of 5, based on 20.8K reader ratings. First published in 2015. The book spans 630 pages.
About The Aeronaut's Windlass
Jim Butcher, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Dresden Files and the Codex Alera novels, conjures up a new series set in a fantastic world of noble families, steam-powered technology, and magic-wielding warriors…Since time immemorial, the Spires have sheltered humanity, towering for miles over the mist-shrouded surface of the world. Within their halls, aristocratic houses have ruled for generations, developing scientific marvels, fostering trade alliances, and building fleets of airships to keep the peace.Captain Grimm commands the merchant ship, Predator. Fiercely loyal to Spire Albion, he has taken their side in the cold war with Spire Aurora, disrupting the enemy’s shipping lines by attacking their cargo vessels. But when the Predator is severely damaged in combat, leaving captain and crew grounded, Grimm is offered a proposition from the Spirearch of Albion—to join a team of agents on a vital mission in exchange for fully restoring Predator to its fighting glory.And even as Grimm undertakes this dangerous task, he will learn that the conflict between the Spires is merely a premonition of things to come. Humanity’s ancient enemy, silent for more than ten thousand years, has begun to stir once more. And death will follow in its wake…
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Jim Butcher |
| Published | 2015 |
| Pages | 630 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Fiction, Science Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.18 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 20,845 |
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What genre is The Aeronaut's Windlass?
The Aeronaut's Windlass is categorized as Fantasy, Fiction, Science Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Aeronaut's Windlass worth reading?
Based on 20.8K reader ratings, The Aeronaut's Windlass has an average score of 4.18 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Aeronaut's Windlass?
The Aeronaut's Windlass has 630 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Aeronaut's Windlass?
The Aeronaut's Windlass was written by Jim Butcher. It was first published in 2015.
What is the ISBN for The Aeronaut's Windlass?
The ISBN-13 for The Aeronaut's Windlass is 9780451466810.0.
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