But on the day of her foretold death, a powerful mage offers her a new fate. . Fabulous, in every meaning of the word." Surprised by the reviews arguing that it is innovative as it doesn’t bring much new to the genre in my mind. Title: The Unspoken Name. This video is unavailable. Genre: Fantasy, Adult, LGBT+ Rating: DNF. The worlds this story spans are as exotic and dangerous as the characters who traverse them. The action is fast-paced and emotionally compelling; the magic is dangerous, beautiful, and utterly compromising. . It's epic fantasy with both creeping, omnipresent horrors and yet a tenacious, delicate warmth." Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 23, 2020. Larkwood ‧ RELEASE DATE: Feb. 11, 2020 Larkwood's debut, the first of a fantasy series, begins in familiar fashion as a warrior-maiden adventure and … The Unspoken Name is a very well done first novel for A.K. The Unspoken Name (eBook) : Larkwood, A. K. : "What if you knew how and when you will die? Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 25, 2021, What a great book fantastic characters, great action and an all round greet story really looking forward to more from this author. Richly detailed, enthralling, and extraordinary, with brilliant nods to such luminaries as Ursula K. Le Guin and Diana Wynne Jones. This one shouldn’t surprise anyone. Unable to add item to List. Larkwood's The Unspoken Name is an epic fantasy in the vein of Le Guin's magnificent Tombs of Atuan ― if Arha the Eaten One got to grow up to be a swordswoman mercenary in thrall to her dubious wizard mentor. The followers, places of worship and the powers siphoned off of the gods.This was far more interesting than the characters and the actual plot. It's epic fantasy with both creeping, omnipresent horrors and yet a tenacious, delicate warmth." A dizzy, delicious debut." To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. The followers, places of worship and the powers siphoned off of the gods.This was far more interesting than the characters and the actual plot. Watch Queue Queue A necessary addition for any fantasy lover's collection. That’s different. Please try your request again later. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 6, 2020. The action is fast-paced and emotionally compelling; the magic is dangerous, beautiful, and utterly compromising. I really enjoyed reading this book because of how different it was from other fantasy books. —K. "―Alix E. Harrow, Nebula and Hugo finalist and author of The Ten Thousand Doors of January“A wonderful, rich fantasy with fantastic queer characters I fell in love with. Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2020. Beautiful written. The Unspoken Name. I thought this was a really strong book and would highly recommend it! It didn’t grip me and force me to keep reading because it kept giving me the conclusions too fast. Will read the next installment. Please try your request again later. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 12, 2020. Larkwood's intricately woven plot is jam-packed with intrigue and excitement. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2021, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Lakewood builds a fascinating new world for Csowre, where she makes a series of choices that leads her life down a very different path that was predestined. -- Tamsyn Muir, author of Gideon the Ninth. But on the day of her foretold death, a powerful mage offers her a new fate. I read it in one sitting." After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. Will read the next installment. ―K. An astounding debut, written with skill and stunning assurance . What if you knew how and when you will die? Interesting characters that hopped about various locations to keep you invested. The main thing that distinguishes this book from others is that the main character is not a human. The cover art was awesome, though.. Wonderful book, couldn't put it down. It didn't seem to follow the normal story structure and there was no one villain to fight against. A.K Larkwood’s debut novel, The Unspoken Name, the first novel in The Serpent’s Gate series, is all about choice. I did like the main character’s coming of age story, coming to know her own sexuality, gaining confidence in her own abilities—all that was interesting and pretty well done. Rather, each character had their own motivations and desires. I read it in one sitting." The Unspoken Name is about to hit its one-year anniversary February 11 th. A stunning epic fantasy series by A. K. Larkwood, The Serpent Gates is about an orc priestess turned wizard's assassin. Believing this to be her only path, Csorwe accepts her fate to follow in the footsteps of the priestesses before her. It's epic fantasy with both creeping, omnipresent horrors and yet a tenacious, delicate warmth -- K. A. Doore The Unspoken Name has everything - spine-tingling prose, gorgeous worldbuilding, powerful older women, found family (but it's terrible), giant snakes, ancient tombs, dead … On the day of her foretold death, however, a powerful mage offers her a new fate. The Unspoken Name by A. K. Larkwood is the incredible first book in The Unspoken Name series. The worlds this story spans are as exotic and dangerous as the characters who traverse them. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 6, 2020. As the book begins, our protagonist is a young girl sequestered within the House of Silence, destined to be an eventual sacrifice to the Unspoken One, whom her people worship. Lyrical, immersive prose masterfully conveys complex worldbuilding.”―Publishers Weekly (starred review)“Quick-paced, occasionally brutal, and genuinely funny, Larkwood’s debut novel turns standard fantasy tropes on their head with grace and humour. Lakewood builds a fascinating new world for Csowre, where she makes a series of choices that leads her life down a very different path that was predestined. The Unspoken Name is great fun—fantasy with an epic sweep in a gorgeously drawn universe.”—Ann Leckie, New York Times bestselling and Hugo award-winning author of Ancillary Justice “A fun, fresh take on the traditional fantasy quest, and an adventure I couldn't put down!”—S. If there's no main villain to root against, the main character needs to be particularly compelling. The characters were kind of interesting. I won’t continue the series. The Unspoken Name by A. K. Larkwood is the incredible first book in The Unspoken Name series. A.K. I did like some aspects of this fantasy novel. There was a problem loading your book clubs. But on the day of her foretold death, a powerful mage offers her a new fate. “By the touch of thy hand shall the black lotus bloom But Csorwe will soon learn—gods remember, and if you live long enough, all debts come due. Larkwood's The Unspoken Name is an epic fantasy in the vein of Le Guin's magnificent Tombs of Atuan ― if Arha the Eaten One got to grow up to be a swordswoman mercenary in thrall to her dubious wizard mentor. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 25, 2021, What a great book fantastic characters, great action and an all round greet story really looking forward to more from this author. The action is fast-paced and emotionally compelling; the magic is dangerous, beautiful, and utterly compromising. Both main characters were gay, just FYI. the unspoken name by A.K. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. The story is really about her coming of age, from a scared young teenager who is unexpectedly saved from being a sacrifice to someone who can make her own decisions in her own best interest. Good story, well told. I won’t continue the series. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 12, 2020. “The girl leads the calf to the altar and they cut its throat. Stylish, classy, and timeless - but with racing stripes and an inbuilt camera. Larkwood's book hooked me in from the first page and never let go. -- Tamsyn Muir, author of Gideon the NinthAt the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied. Turn away from her destiny and her god to become a thief, a spy, an assassin―the wizard's loyal sword. I was immediately sucked into this novel by its dark depiction of the Shrine of the Unspoken One and its Chosen Bride, main character, Csorwe. The characters are unlikable, no twists to the plot, and if you were wanting to know more about what makes an Orc an Orc....you will still be wondering when you finish this. . The Unspoken Name is a terrifically-written debut that merged science fiction, space-opera, and high fantasy into one inventive book that’s incredibly suitable for SFF enthusiast. However, after the first 100 pages I was completely absorbed. Topple an empire, and help him reclaim his seat of power.But Csorwe will soon learn—gods remember, and if you live long enough, all debts come due.“In the vein of Le Guin's magnificent Tombs of Atuan—if Arha the Eaten One got to grow up to be a swordswoman mercenary in thrall to her dubious wizard mentor. Beautiful written. Tue Mar 2, 2021 9:00am. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. I loved this book!”―Jen Williams“Action-packed and emotionally engaging . This is one of the best fantasy novels -- one of the best NOVELS, period -- I have ever read. The story is really about her coming of age, from a scared young teenager who is unexpectedly saved from being a sacrifice to someone who can make her own decisions in her own best interest. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. The Unspoken Name by A. K. Larkwood Series: The Serpent Gates #1 Release date: February 11th 2020. The Unspoken Name by A.K. Loved the pronunciation guide. Such fun and it distracted me from my work far too well!”―Genevieve Cogman, author of The Invisible Library"Larkwood's debut is a fresh, fun take on the genre, packed with smart prose, badass characters, and fantastic worldbuilding. Something went wrong. Sort of interesting but not interesting enough, Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2020. Please try again. I love this book so much." A. Chakraborty, author of The City of Brass I cannot recommend it enough." A. K. Larkwood’s The Unspoken Name is a stunning debut fantasy about a young priestess sentenced to die, who at the last minute escapes her fate only … ―Tamsyn Muir, author of Gideon the Ninth"Takes all the tropes of fantasy--orcs and epic quests, dead gods and undead souls, daring rescues and last-second escapes--and spins them into something wild and new. If there's no main villain to root against, the main character needs to be particularly compelling. Overall, I was delighted with the immersive and engrossing story and I felt a connection to Csowre and her world. Readers will be rooting for her to receive the happy ending that she obviously deserves.”―Kerstin Hall, author of The Border Keeper"The Unspoken Name has everything - spine-tingling prose, gorgeous worldbuilding, powerful older women, found family (but it's terrible), and true love. A necessary addition for any fantasy lover's collection." A. Doore, author of The Perfect Assassin. In the first book, The Unspoken Name, Csorwe turns her back on her own sacrifice to the gods and becomes a powerful wizard’s loyal sword. *eARC provided by Tor via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*. The Unspoken Name (The Serpent Gates Book 1), The Thousand Eyes (The Serpent Gates Book 2). Fans of the fantastical world-building and ancient divine secrets of Ann Leckie's THE RAVEN TOWER or Steven Erikson's MALAZAN BOOK OF THE FALLEN will really enjoy this one.”―Django Wexler, author of The Thousand Names“An imaginative story of love, sacrifice, and betrayal that traverses worlds in this phenomenal debut . Larkwood's book hooked me in from the first page and never let go. Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2020. The rest of it was lackluster standard-issue snake goddesses and such. -- Tara Sim, author of Scavenge the Stars "The Unspoken Name has everything - spine-tingling prose, gorgeous worldbuilding, powerful older women, found family (but it's terrible), giant snakes, ancient tombs, dead gods, and true love. Two years ago, Csorwe and Shuthmili risked the anger of … Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2020. Sort of interesting but not interesting enough, Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2020. Does this book contain inappropriate content? Not that it was bad, just not note worthy. Fabulous, in every meaning of the word." Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. May she intercede for us.” Csorwe raised the cup and took a breath. APPLE BOOKS REVIEW For a new fantasy novel to emerge to fully formed and immersive in both character and world-building is rare—even more so when it’s a debut novel. Csorwe does — she will climb the mountain, enter the Shrine of the Unspoken, and gain the most honored title: sacrifice.. Too much of a love story and slow paced for my taste. -- Arkady Martine, author of A Memory Called Empire "An unexpected and new take on classic orcs 'n' swords fantasy. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! Larkwood's The Unspoken Name is an epic fantasy in the vein of Le Guin's magnificent Tombs of Atuan-- if Arha the Eaten One got to grow up to be a swordswoman mercenary in thrall to her dubious wizard mentor. All in all, just so-so. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. That’s different. A.K. I love this book so much." The Unspoken Name The Serpent Gates Series, Book 1 (eBook) : Larkwood, A. K. : A. K. Larkwood's The Unspoken Name is a stunning debut fantasy about an orc priestess turned wizard's assassin. Series: The Serpent Gates #1. The key to making this work was having a compelling main character, which Csorwe was. The issue of how the god who was denied her as a sacrifice was not really resolved. The sequel to A. K. Larkwood's stunning debut fantasy, The Unspoken Name.The Thousand Eyes continues The Serpent Gates series—perfect for fans of Jenn Lyons, Joe Abercrombie, and Ursula K. Le Guin. The Serpent Gates The Unspoken Name Book Close Up Inide Look, Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2020. She will climb the mountain, enter the Shrine of the Unspoken, and gain the most honored title: sacrifice. It’s also a novel that I’ve been hearing nonstop chatter about – all gushing reviews and commentary. It's an epic coming-of-age fantasy with a modern sensibility, featuring ruthless mages, hungry gods, ancient tombs, and rival sorcerers. Larkwood's new series and she describes the people, experiences and places in a way that leaves you with few questions. The Unspoken Name is the tale of an orc woman named Csorwe, following her journey from acquiescent priestess to ruthless mercenary after she turns her back on her god. Rather, each character had their own motivations and desires. It was an OK book, it was more than I normally pay for a kindle book at £9 and honestly I don't think I would have finished it if I'd paid less. Interesting characters that hopped about various locations to keep you invested. Author: AK Larkwood. It isn't clear if all of the characters are the same species or something different. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. "A.K. So naturally, I knew that this was going to be a piece worth checking out. ―Arkady Martine, author of A Memory Called Empire"An unexpected and new take on classic orcs 'n' swords fantasy. Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2020. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. Perfect for fans of Jenn Lyons, Joe Abercrombie, and Le Guin. A. K. Larkwood's The Unspoken Name is a stunning debut fantasy about a young priestess sentenced to die, who at the last minute escapes her fate; only to become an assassin for the wizard who saved her.What if you knew how and when you will die?Csorwe does―she will climb the mountain, enter the Shrine of the Unspoken, and gain the most honored title: sacrifice. From its flawless first page to its bittersweet last, The Unspoken Name is unlike anything I’ve read before. Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2020. Godsgrave: Book Two of the Nevernight Chronicle, Harrow the Ninth (The Locked Tomb Trilogy, 2), The Girl and the Stars (The Book of the Ice), The Wolf of Oren-Yaro (Chronicles of the Wolf Queen, 1). The action is fast-paced and emotionally compelling; the magic is dangerous, beautiful, and utterly compromising. I cannot recommend it enough." There was a problem loading your book clubs. The Unspoken Name is a promising debut fantasy novel, which excels at lore, world-building, relationships, and its themes. Author: A.K. Stylish, classy, and timeless - but with racing stripes and an inbuilt camera. Sometimes, they conflicted with each other and sometimes they didn't. "―Arkady Martine, author of A Memory Called Empire"I cannot recommend it enough." Lushly detailed with incredible worldbuilding, Larkwood's debut is a singular take on orcish fantasy, filled with fierce fighting and magic.”―Library Journal (starred review)“Just a perfect fantasy debut.”―The Daily Mail. Turn away from her destiny and her god to become a thief, a spy, an assassin—the wizard's loyal sword. It didn't seem to follow the normal story structure and there was no one villain to fight against. With the pandemic not slowing up, this would be a great book to add to your reading list. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. A. K. Larkwood's The Unspoken Name is a stunning debut fantasy about a young priestess sentenced to die, who at the last minute escapes her fate; only to become an assassin for the wizard who saved her.What if you knew how and when you will die?Csorwe does—she will climb the mountain, enter the Shrine of the Unspoken, and gain the most honored title: sacrifice. I love this book so much. Posts about The Unspoken Name written by aquavenatus. Two years ago, Csorwe and Shuthmili defied the wizard Belthandros Sethennai and … The Unspoken Name (eBook) : Larkwood, A. K. : What if you knew how and when you will die? A scoundrelly sidekick. The issue of how the god who was denied her as a sacrifice was not really resolved. The Unspoken Name by A.K. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 7, 2021. I tried to get into this book, but it was just too boring. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. The Unspoken Name is set in a fantastical world where dying cities, sleeping gods, airships, magical portals and more set the stage for a tale about an epic power struggle. She will climb the mountain, enter the Shrine of the Unspoken, and gain the most honored title: sacrifice. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 23, 2020. I love this book so much. The story builds slow and immersive and draws you into the characters as well as the world they live in. —Tamsyn Muir, author of Gideon the Ninth "A truly wonderful book...grabbed my attention on the first page and wouldn’t let go. . . One thing I found that I didn't like were the jumps in time - I understand why but it broke up the story and it took me a minute to really get back into what was going on. I’m glad this is the first in a series because by the end of the book, I was terribly sad to be leaving these characters behind. The Unspoken Name is the first novel in a new epic fantasy series by A.K. Larkwood. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. Both main characters were gay, just FYI. Csorwe might have the tusks of an orc, but she is human to her core. An absolutely stunning book from a voice the fantasy genre is lucky to have. I did like some aspects of this fantasy novel. Larkwood Title: The Unspoken Name Series: The Serpent Gates #1. Does this book contain quality or formatting issues? The Unspoken Name is a rich and compelling fantasy debut by a new name in the literary game and is the opening instalment in a proposed duology (some places say trilogy) entitled The Serpent Gates series. Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2020. Greatly enjoyed the info dump on all the gods in this book. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2021, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates, Action & Adventure Fantasy (Kindle Store). Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Loved the pronunciation guide. A heroine who is a sort of sentient warthog. The Unspoken Name is the best kind of modern fantasy – it feels totally fresh, it's full of satisfyingly weird gods and frightening magic; plus it's stuffed with the sort of characters you'll either want to be friends with or run screaming from. The story builds slow and immersive and draws you into the characters as well as the world they live in. The characters were kind of interesting. Sometimes, they conflicted with each other and sometimes they didn't. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2020. A scoundrelly sidekick. Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2020. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. It's fantastic. Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2020. "A.K. Greatly enjoyed the info dump on all the gods in this book. Crystal Fritz reviews The Unspoken Name by A. K. Larkwood, the first in the The Serpent Gates series. Larkwood's The Unspoken Name is an epic fantasy in the vein of Le Guin's magnificent Tombs of Atuan -- if Arha the Eaten One got to grow up to be a swordswoman mercenary in thrall to her dubious wizard mentor. ARC provided by the publisher—Tor UK—in exchange for an honest review. Leave with him, and live. A heroine who is a sort of sentient warthog. 9 Favorites [+] ... New in Series. I did like the main character’s coming of age story, coming to know her own sexuality, gaining confidence in her own abilities—all that was interesting and pretty well done. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Please try again. I really enjoyed reading this book because of how different it was from other fantasy books. Please try again. am looking forward to the next book in the series. The main thing that distinguishes this book from others is that the main character is not a human. Fresh, exciting and new, with fascinating characters, shifting alliances, impossible odds, breathtaking settings, and shocking twists." It isn't clear if all of the characters are the same species or something different. “The Unspoken Name is great fun―fantasy with an epic sweep in a gorgeously drawn universe.”―Ann Leckie, New York Times bestselling and Hugo award-winning author of Ancillary Justice“A fun, fresh take on the traditional fantasy quest, and an adventure I couldn't put down!”―S. The Followers of the Unspoken Name bowed their heads all at once, repeating in one murmuring voice: “Unspoken and Unspeakable One, Knight of Abyss, Overseer of the Eaten Worlds, praise and reverence unto your Chosen Bride. ―Emily Tesh, author of Silver in the Wood “Crisp, witty and entertaining. —Emily Tesh, author of Silver in the Wood   "A breathtaking journey. The Unspoken Name was one of my most anticipated reads of 2020. It was an OK book, it was more than I normally pay for a kindle book at £9 and honestly I don't think I would have finished it if I'd paid less. There is absolute power in hitting bottom; you have faced death, the end, and come out on the other side. am looking forward to the next book in the series. Csorwe does. Csorwe does—she will climb the mountain, enter the Shrine of the Unspoken, and gain the most honored title: sacrifice. "―Tara Sim, author of Scavenge the Stars"A truly wonderful book...grabbed my attention on the first page and wouldn’t let go. “The Unspoken Name” by A. K. Larkwood is an epic fantasy novel about Csorwe, a teenage priestess who, after a time of giving prophesies to pilgrims, is bound to sacrifice herself to a god known as the Unspoken. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Topple an empire, and help him reclaim his seat of power.But Csorwe will soon learn―gods remember, and if you live long enough, all debts come due.“In the vein of Le Guin's magnificent Tombs of Atuan―if Arha the Eaten One got to grow up to be a swordswoman mercenary in thrall to her dubious wizard mentor. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. The series continues with the enthralling sequel, The Thousand Eyes. From its flawless first page to its bittersweet last, The Unspoken Name is unlike anything I’ve read before.” ―Nicholas Eames, author of Kings of the Wyld“What a glorious book! An unique and amazing fantasy experience! It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. I truly enjoyed the fresh approach that this book delivers. She is an orc, or at least some kind of humanoid creature with boar-like tusks. From its flawless first page to its bittersweet last, The Unspoken Name is unlike anything I’ve read before.” -- Nicholas Eames, author of Kings of the Wyld “What a glorious book! I truly enjoyed the fresh approach that this book delivers. 4.5 stars for the amazing characters and world building. "—Arkady Martine, author of A Memory Called Empire"I cannot recommend it enough." Surprised by the reviews arguing that it is innovative as it doesn’t bring much new to the genre in my mind. Leave with him, and live. -- Dyrk Ashton, author of Paternus "Takes all the tropes of fantasy--orcs and epic quests, dead gods and undead souls, daring rescues and last-second escapes--and spins them into something wild and new. A dizzy, delicious debut. Do you believe that this item violates a copyright? 4.5 stars for the amazing characters and world building. She is an orc, or at least some kind of humanoid creature with boar-like tusks. Not that it was bad, just not note worthy. Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2020. Richly detailed, enthralling, and extraordinary, with brilliant nods to such luminaries as Ursula K. Le Guin and Diana Wynne Jones. I thought this was a really strong book and would highly recommend it! Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 7, 2021. This is one of the best fantasy novels -- one of the best NOVELS, period -- I have ever read. Larkwood Leaping into the unknown with a debut fantasy novel is equal parts trepidation and excitement. Good story, well told. Too much of a love story and slow paced for my taste. A. Doore, author of The Perfect Assassin“The Unspoken Name is the best kind of modern fantasy―it feels totally fresh, it's full of satisfyingly weird gods and frightening magic; plus it's stuffed with the sort of characters you'll either want to be friends with or run screaming from. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Something went wrong. I felt the story was a bit rushed in the beginning and I struggled a bit getting into it. Tor.com. ―Jenn Lyons, author of Ruin of Kings "A.K. Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2020. What if you knew how and when you will die? Fresh, exciting and new, with fascinating characters, shifting alliances, impossible odds, breathtaking settings, and shocking twists." Published: Tor Books (February 11, 2020) Pages: 464 (eARC) Rating: 4/5. . But it didn’t allow for getting really invested in the plot. The Unspoken Name Book Description : A. K. Larkwood's The Unspoken Name is a stunning debut fantasy about a young priestess sentenced to die, who at the last minute escapes her fate; only to become an assassin for the wizard who saved her. The rest of it was lackluster standard-issue snake goddesses and such. Leave with him, and live. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. -- Dyrk Ashton, author of Paternus"A breathtaking journey. The key to making this work was having a compelling main character, which Csorwe was. Watch Queue Queue. What if you knew how and when you will die? --Alix E. Harrow, Nebula and Hugo finalist and author of The Ten Thousand Doors of January "Larkwood's debut is a fresh, fun take on the genre, packed with smart prose, badass characters, and fantastic worldbuilding. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. Wonderful book, couldn't put it down. The cover art was awesome, though.. —Jenn Lyons, author of Ruin of Kings "A.K. On the day of her foretold death, however, a powerful mage offers her a new fate. Download a Free eBook of The Unspoken Name by A. K. Larkwood Before March 6! I tried to get into this book, but it was just too boring. However, after the first 100 pages I was completely absorbed. Csorwe does. Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. Overall, I was delighted with the immersive and engrossing story and I felt a connection to Csowre and her world. I felt the story was a bit rushed in the beginning and I struggled a bit getting into it. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. Please try again. In the first book, The Unspoken Name, Csorwe turns her back on her own sacrifice to the gods and becomes a powerful wizard's loyal sword. A. Chakraborty, author of The City of Brass“Astounding... written with skill and stunning assurance. What if you knew how and when you will die? This did allow for multiple plot lines throughout the book, so it was like reading an entire series. 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