The Demon King (Seven Realms, #1)
by Cinda Williams Chima
The Demon King by Cinda Williams Chima holds a highly rated rating of 4.20 out of 5, based on 46.8K reader ratings. First published in 2009. The book spans 506 pages.
About The Demon King
Times are hard in the mountain city of Fellsmarch. Reformed thief Han Alister will do almost anything to eke out a living for his family. The only thing of value he has is something he can't sell—the thick silver cuffs he's worn since birth. They're clearly magicked—as he grows, they grow, and he's never been able to get them off.One day, Han and his clan friend, Dancer, confront three young wizards setting fire to the sacred mountain of Hanalea. Han takes an amulet from Micah Bayar, son of the High Wizard, to keep him from using it against them. Soon Han learns that the amulet has an evil history—it once belonged to the Demon King, the wizard who nearly destroyed the world a millennium ago. With a magical piece that powerful at stake, Han knows that the Bayars will stop at nothing to get it back.Meanwhile, Raisa ana'Marianna, princess heir of the Fells, has her own battles to fight. She's just returned to court after three years of freedom in the mountains—riding, hunting, and working the famous clan markets. Raisa wants to be more than an ornament in a glittering cage. She aspires to be like Hanalea—the legendary warrior queen who killed the Demon King and saved the world. But her mother has other plans for her...The Seven Realms tremble when the lives of Hans and Raisa collide, fanning the flames of the smoldering war between clans and wizards.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Cinda Williams Chima |
| Published | 2009 |
| Pages | 506 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Young Adult, Romance, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.20 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 46,756 |
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What genre is The Demon King?
The Demon King is categorized as Fantasy, Young Adult, Romance, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Demon King worth reading?
Based on 46.8K reader ratings, The Demon King has an average score of 4.20 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Demon King?
The Demon King has 506 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Demon King?
The Demon King was written by Cinda Williams Chima. It was first published in 2009.
What is the ISBN for The Demon King?
The ISBN-13 for The Demon King is 9781423118240.0.
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