Synopsis

As Bingtown teeters on the precipice of civil war and economic ruin, the defiant clan matriarch Ronica Vestrit, branded a traitor, embarks on a desperate mission to unite the city's warring factions against an apocalyptic threat. Meanwhile, far from Bingtown's turmoil, Althea Vestrit continues her relentless and perilous pursuit to reclaim her family's precious liveship, the Vivacia, from the charismatic and ruthless pirate, Kennit. Yet, both Althea's audacious scheme and Vivacia's very existence hang by a thread. The profound, world-altering secrets of the liveships, intertwined with the destiny of the enigmatic Elderlings and the Rain Wilds, are on the verge of being revealed. This shattering truth promises to not only destroy the sentient vessel and all who cherish her, including Althea’s nephew Wintrow, whose soul is now tragically bound to the pirate king, but also to irrevocably reshape the fabric of the known world. 'Ship of Destiny' climaxes the Liveship Traders trilogy, plunging its diverse cast into a maelstrom of political machinations, personal sacrifice, and ancient magic.

Critical Reception

"Hailed by George R.R. Martin as 'even better than the Farseer Trilogy—I didn’t think that was possible,' 'Ship of Destiny' is widely regarded as a masterful conclusion to an iconic fantasy series, solidifying Robin Hobb's status as a preeminent voice in epic fantasy."

Metadata

ISBN:9780553900279
Pages:818
Age Rating:16+

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