Spectyr (Book of the Order #2)

Author(s): Philippa Ballantine

Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Though one of the most powerful Deacons, Sorcha Faris has a tarnished reputation to overcome, which is why she jumps at the chance to investigate a string of murders in the exotic city of Orithal. But it is there that her lover, the shapeshifting rival to the throne, is targeted by a cruel and vengeful goddess, unwittingly unleashed by the Emperor's sister.


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"In the tradition of greats like Margaret Weis and Robin Hobb, Philippa Balantine has woven an excellent tale of fantasy, paranormal, black powder, steampunk goodness."> -"Geek Life" "Part of the entertainment of this novel is putting the pieces together to get a picture of the complicated political situation, the period (they have magical airships!) and the nature of the geists...Plenty of magic- blasting action keeps things lively for a rousing start to this new series." -"Locus" "With its richly detailed world and wonderfully realized characters, Geist is one of the most vividly original books I've read this year." -Nalini Singh, "New York Times" bestselling author of "Kiss of Snow"

General Fields

  • : 9780441020515
  • : Penguin Putnam Inc
  • : Ace Books
  • : 0.15
  • : May 2011
  • : 172mm X 108mm X 21mm
  • : United States
  • : October 2011
  • : books

Special Fields

  • : Philippa Ballantine
  • : Paperback / softback
  • : 823.92
  • : 310