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Tempests and Slaughter (The Numair Chronicles, Book One)

Written by: Tamora Pierce
Narrated by: Ariadne Meyers
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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • This must-read fantasy from an author who is legend herself--TAMORA PIERCE--is one Bustle calls "the perfect book for die-hard Pierce fans and newcomers alike."

"Tamora Pierce's books shaped me not only as a young writer but also as a young woman. She is a pillar, an icon, and an inspiration."
--SARAH J. MAAS, #1 New York Times bestselling author

"Tamora Pierce didn't just blaze a trail. Her heroines cut a swath through the fantasy world with wit, strength, and savvy. Her stories still lead the vanguard today. Pierce is the real lioness, and we're all just running to keep pace."
--LEIGH BARDUGO, #1 New York Times bestselling author

Discover the origin story of one of the realm's most powerful mages in the first book in the Numair Chronicles.

Arram Draper is on the path to becoming one of the realm's most powerful mages. The youngest student in his class at the Imperial University of Carthak, he has a Gift with unlimited potential for greatness--and for attracting trouble. At his side are his two best friends: Varice, a clever girl with an often-overlooked talent, and Ozorne, the "leftover prince" with secret ambitions. Together, these three friends forge a bond that will one day shape kingdoms. And as Ozorne gets closer to the throne and Varice gets closer to Arram's heart, Arram realizes that one day--soon--he will have to decide where his loyalties truly lie.

In the Numair Chronicles, readers will be rewarded with the never-before-told story of how Numair Salmalín came to Tortall. Newcomers will discover an unforgettable fantasy adventure where a kingdom's future rests on the shoulders of a talented young man with a knack for making vicious enemies.

"I take more comfort from and as great a pleasure in Tamora Pierce's Tortall novels as I do from Game of Thrones."
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well written and beautifully read. I still love Tamora Pierce's books as much as I did when I was 13

definitely worth reading

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So legitimately I couldn't NOT love this book. But like. The overwhelming empathy of Pierce's characters is always my favourite.

Love this look at Ozorne and Numair and all the incredible depth shes knit into this world ive been peeking into since I was 13.

Loved Tortall and affiliated countries for decades

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Not only has Pierce's writing matured, but she's back with the same wonderful magical world as ever. I enjoyed Ari Meyers' narration as well, she was able to find a voice for each character, and there were so many of them!

Tamora Pierce at her finest

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Ari delivers a Full Cast experience in this, the very best of the Tortallan world. Bringing stories full circle with enlightening and cherished characters, Ari brings the lights, lives and hardships of Carthak to vibrant imagination. a perfect choice for the perfect book.

My Favorite Book

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I highly recommend the entire Tortall Universe, starting with the best of the best, the Song of the Lioness Quartet, and go from there, this was just an amazing journey because you get to know Numair in the other books as a put together adult and truly understand his character and kindness so much more now, I cannot wait for the next book in his story. I hope Tamora Pîerce just lives forever, and these books never stop.

This story is excellent

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