Megan Whalen Turner schreibt fesselnde Romane und Kurzgeschichten, die Leser jeden Alters ansprechen. Ihre Werke sind bekannt für ihren komplexen Weltenbau und tiefgründig gestalteten Charaktere, die das Publikum in vielschichtige Erzählungen hineinziehen. Turners meisterhafter Sprachgebrauch und ihre anspruchsvolle Erzählweise erforschen tiefgründige Themen wie Identität, Macht und Schicksal. Ihre unverwechselbare Stimme und erzählerische Tiefe machen sie zu einer herausragenden Autorin, deren Geschichten lange nach der letzten Seite nachwirken.
Seine einzige Hoffnung, jemals wieder das Licht des Tages zu erblicken, besteht darin, erneut zum Dieb zu werden. Gen soll für den König einen von den Göttern gesegneten Stein stehlen. Widerwillig stimmt er zu. Megan Whalen Turner, geboren 1965, ist eine amerikanische Fantasy-Autorin. Sie studierte Anglistik an der University of Chicago und arbeitete einige Jahre lang als Buchhändlerin, bevor sie sich endgültig ihrer Karriere als Autorin widmete. Sie lebt mit ihrem Ehemann in Ohio.
Prinz Sophos ist sich der Gefahren seines Lebens bewusst und wurde darauf vorbereitet, seine Familie zu schützen. Doch als er entführt wird, beginnt ein Abenteuer, das nicht nur sein Leben und das seiner Freunde, sondern auch die Geschicke der ganzen Welt beeinflussen könnte.
Da lässt Verrat die Mission scheitern, und plötzlich hält Gen das Schicksal von drei Königreichen in den Händen. Doch in dem Dieb verbirgt sich weit mehr, als irgendjemand ahnt! Megan Whalen Turner, geboren 1965, ist eine amerikanische Fantasy-Autorin. Sie studierte Anglistik an der University of Chicago und arbeitete einige Jahre lang als Buchhändlerin, bevor sie sich endgültig ihrer Karriere als Autorin widmete. Sie lebt mit ihrem Ehemann in Ohio.
"Neither accepted nor beloved, Eugenides is the reluctant linchpin of a truce on the Lesser Penninsula, where he has risen to be high king of the little kingdom of Attolia, Eddis, and Sounis. As he struggles to keep his footing and counter the treacherous scheming of the Baron Erondites, Gen's impatient and unruly cousins threaten to revolt, and the ruthless Mede empire prepares to strike"--Back cover
The third book in the Queen's Thief series. Eugenides faces palace intrigue and assassins as he strives to prove himself both to the people of Attolia and to his new bride, their queen.
'Megan Whalen Turner is one of my all-time favorite writers . . . impossible to put down' Holly Black, New York Times bestselling author of The Cruel PrinceSophos, the unwilling prince of Sounis, has disappeared without a trace. Eugenides has never stopped wondering what happened to his friend. Nor has the queen of Eddis, who once offered Sophos her hand. As time goes by, it becomes less and less certain that they will ever see their friend again.Across the small peninsula battles are fought, bribes are offered, and conspiracies are set in motion. Darkening the horizon, the Mede Empire threatens from across the sea.And Sophos, anonymous and alone, bides his time. Drawing on his memories of Gen, Pol, the Magus and Eddis, he sets out on an adventure that will change all of their lives forever . . .Praise for Megan Whalen Turner'The Queen's Thief books awe and inspire me' Laini Taylor, New York Times bestselling author of the Daughter of Smoke and Bone novels and Strange the Dreamer'Megan Whalen Turner writes vivid, immersive, heartbreaking fantasy' Leigh Bardugo, New York Times bestselling author of Six of Crows and Crooked Kingdom'Endlessly entertaining, deeply deceptive, and very, very clever' Garth Nix, New York Times bestselling and award-winning author of the Old Kingdom, Keys to the Kingdom, and Seventh Tower series'Romance, intrigue, mystery, surprises, and sheer beautiful writing' Cassandra Clare, award-winning and New York Times bestselling author of The Mortal Instruments and Lady Midnight'The world Turner creates is so tangible that not only do I believe in its characters, I almost believe in its gods' Kristin Cashore, award-winning and New York Times bestselling author of the Graceling Realm series
Enter the captivating realm of the Queen’s Thief in this eagerly awaited stand-alone novel. New York Times-bestselling author Megan Whalen Turner weaves a rich tapestry of political intrigue, battles, and deception, featuring the unforgettable character Eugenides the thief. Kamet, a secretary and slave to his Mede master, aspires to wield power within the Empire. However, a whispered warning alters his fate, propelling him onto an unexpected journey. This epic adventure showcases an ordinary hero facing extraordinary challenges. Turner’s novels have garnered acclaim from critics and fans alike, receiving numerous awards, including the Los Angeles Times Book Prize and a Newbery Honor. Readers can explore the companion stories, including The Thief, The Queen of Attolia, The King of Attolia, and A Conspiracy of Kings, all set in this enchanting world. Thick as Thieves features two maps, illustrating both the world and Kamet’s journey. Critics praise the series for its unforgettable characters, intricate plot twists, and immersive storytelling. With vivid detail and emotional depth, Turner’s work leaves readers eager to return to Attolia time and again. Prepare to be enthralled by a world of suspense and intrigue that will linger long after the final page.
Journey to the world of the Queen’s Thief in this beautifully illustrated collection, featuring bestselling and award-winning author Megan Whalen Turner’s charismatic and incorrigible thief, Eugenides. Discover and rediscover friends old and new, and explore the inspiration behind Megan Whalen Turner’s rich world. A stunning and collectible volume to return to again and again.This collectible companion to the New York Times–bestselling Queen’s Thief series is ideal for longtime fans, as well as readers discovering Megan Whalen Turner’s epic and unforgettable world for the first time. The collection includes all of the author’s previously published short fiction set in the world of the Queen’s Thief, as well as never-before-published stories, vignettes and excerpts, poetry and rhymes, a guide to inspiring objects from museums around the world, and a very special recipe for almond cake.
Gen flaunts his ingenuity as a thief and relishes the adventure which takes him to a remote temple of the gods where he will attempt to steal a precious stone.
Magical adventures unfold in surprising settings, featuring a leprechaun in New Hampshire, a city boy turned hero in prehistoric Sweden, and an elf prince navigating a reluctant girl's wish for solitude. These delightful stories showcase the whimsical intersection of the ordinary and the fantastical, inviting readers to explore enchanting realms where the unexpected becomes possible.