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The Desert Spear

By: Peter V. Brett
Narrated by: Colin Mace
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Continuing the impressive debut fantasy series from author Peter V. Brett, The Desert Spear is book two of the Demon Cycle, pulling the reader into a world of demons, darkness and heroes.

The Deliverer has returned, but who is he?

Arlen Bales, formerly of the small hamlet of Tibbet’s Brook, learnt harsh lessons about life as he grew up in a world where hungry demons stalk the night and humanity is trapped by its own fear. He chose a different path; chose to fight inherited apathy and the corelings, and eventually he became the Painted Man, a reluctant saviour.

But the figure emerging from the desert, calling himself the Deliverer, is not Arlen. He is a friend and betrayer, and though he carries the spear from the Deliverer’s tomb, he also heads a vast army intent on a holy war against the demon plague… and anyone else who stands in his way.

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Critic reviews

Praise for The Demon Cycle:

‘Peter V. Brett is one of my favourite new authors’
Patrick Rothfuss

‘There is much to admire in Peter Brett’s writing, and his concept is brilliant. There’s action and suspense all the way.’ Terry Brooks

‘[Peter V. Brett is] at the top of his game. I give this my highest recommendation.’
Tor.com

‘[Brett] confirms his place among epic fantasy’s pantheon of greats amid the likes of George R.R. Martin, Steven Erikson, and Robert Jordan.’
Fantasy Book Critic
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great story. Great narration. the intertwining of stories is very clever. And the characters are wonderful. i love this series. Where's the next one?

loved it

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it was a long time before I read this one bit it's stunning. can't fault it at all.

another amazing book in the series

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This book was the hardest to listen to. Don't get me wrong I enjoyed it, it was just a little slow in places. over all its still a great serise.

Decent book

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moving along nicely and introducing and fleshing out good characters. looking forward to book 3!

A good 2nd book

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Excellent story line, lots of interesting characters and plots. Highly recommend reading this book if you like fantasy and adventure novels.

Outstanding

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