Synopsis

In "The Serpent Sea," the captivating sequel to "The Cloud Roads," Moon, no longer a solitary wanderer, has found his place as consort to Jade, the formidable sister queen of the Indigo Cloud court. Together, they embark on a perilous journey aboard magnificent flying ships, guiding their people in search of a new, permanent home. Their quest leads them to the ancient, ancestral heartland of Indigo Cloud, nestled within the colossal trunk of a mountain-sized tree. However, their hopes for refuge are shattered when they discover a malevolent blight consuming its core, alongside the grim remnants of invaders and evidence of a devastating theft. This discovery ignites a desperate new quest: Moon and the skilled hunters of Indigo Cloud must retrieve the tree's vital heartstone. Their odyssey will lead them far across the treacherous, myth-shrouded expanse of the Serpent Sea, challenging their newfound sense of belonging and thrusting them into an adventure that will redefine their understanding of their world and themselves.

Critical Reception

"This novel is celebrated as a crucial installment in Martha Wells's critically acclaimed Raksura series, lauded for its rich world-building and compelling character development."

Metadata

ISBN:9781597803335
Pages:346
Age Rating:16+

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