Half a King (Shattered Sea, Book 1)

A classic coming-of-age tale set in a vivid and richly-imagined world from Sunday Times bestselling author Joe Abercrombie. ‘Joe Abercrombie is doing some terrific work’ GEORGE R.R. MARTIN Prince Yarvi has vowed to regain a throne he never wanted. But first he must survive cruelty, chains and the bitter waters of the Shattered Sea itself. And he must do it all with only one good hand. Born a weakling in the eyes of his father, Yarvi is alone in a world where a strong arm and a cold heart rule. He cannot grip a shield or swing an axe, so he must sharpen his mind to a deadly edge. Gathering a strange fellowship of the outcast and the lost, he finds they can do more to help him become the man he needs to be than any court of nobles could. But even with loyal friends at his side, Yarvi’s path may end as it began – in twists, and traps and tragedy… Abercrombie, a top and award-winning author, delivers a historical and dark fantasy that is both epic and captivating. The adventure of Prince Yarvi, a character that appeals to teen readers, is a testament to Abercrombie's skill as a Sunday Times bestselling author. For fans of Steven Erikson (Memories of Ice), Scott Lynch (The Republic of Thieves), Patrick Rothfuss (Unfettered), Brandon Sanderson (Rhythm of War), and John Gwynne (The Hunger of the Gods).