The Priory of the Orange Tree (The Roots of Chaos)
by Samantha Shannon
The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon holds a exceptional rating of 4.50 out of 5, based on 17.8K reader ratings. First published in 2018. The book spans 848 pages.
About The Priory of the Orange Tree
A world divided. A queendom without an heir. An ancient enemy awakens.
The House of Berethnet has ruled Inys for a thousand years. Still unwed, Queen Sabran the Ninth must conceive a daughter to protect her realm from destruction – but assassins are getting closer to her door.
Ead Duryan is an outsider at court. Though she has risen to the position of lady-in-waiting, she is loyal to a hidden society of mages. Ead keeps a watchful eye on Sabran, secretly protecting her with forbidden magic.
Across the dark sea, Tané has trained to be a dragonrider since she was a child, but is forced to make a choice that could see her life unravel.
Meanwhile, the divided East and West refuse to parley, and forces of chaos are rising from their sleep.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Samantha Shannon |
| Published | 2018 |
| Pages | 848 |
| Kindle Price | $8.48 |
| Genres | Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.50 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 17,773 |
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What genre is The Priory of the Orange Tree?
The Priory of the Orange Tree is categorized as Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fiction.
Is The Priory of the Orange Tree worth reading?
Based on 17.8K reader ratings, The Priory of the Orange Tree has an average score of 4.50 out of 5.00, which is considered "Exceptional."
How many pages is The Priory of the Orange Tree?
The Priory of the Orange Tree has 848 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Priory of the Orange Tree?
The Priory of the Orange Tree was written by Samantha Shannon. It was first published in 2018.
What is the ISBN for The Priory of the Orange Tree?
The ISBN-13 for The Priory of the Orange Tree is 9781408883440.
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