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  PRE-ORDER YOUR NEXT NEW FANTASY OBSESSION NOW. ‘The Mistral is marvellous . . . wonderful, consistent and profound world-building. Something amazing has spun out of Felix’s head’ STEPHEN FRY--A DYING MAGIC. A SLAUGHTERED QUEEN. A WORLD ON THE BRINK OF WAR. The Mistral - a divine, ancient wind - has long swept over the realm, bestowing magical abilities on those destined to shape the future. But The Mistral is dying. As it falters, and fear of all-out war consumes the kingdom, a peace delegation sets out from the land of Terrius to the city of Lurella. At the delegation’s heart is Swan, daughter of an assassinated queen, who holds a powerful and rare ability. She must seek answers - both to her mother’s murder and her own inability to master her powers. Before it's too late. Meanwhile, in Lurella's duelling pit - The Iron Circuit - Fenne, a feared fighter, comes to the attention of one city ruler, who sees in her an opportunity . . . As the Peace Pledge begins, Swan and Fenne are thrown together by a dark conspiracy – one that could forever alter not just their fate, but that of The Mistral. And the fragile balance holding the realm together . . . The Mistral begins an epic new fantasy trilogy – a sweeping tale of high magic. Of dangerous powers and deadly ambition. And a world on the precipice of the darkest of wars . . . Perfect for fans of Brandon Sanderson and John Gwynne. --Readers are loving The MistralThe fate of the land hangs in the balance as a chosen few navigate dangerous powers, misplaced loyalties, and deadly ambitions. This was such a great read! It leans heavily into political intrigue, lore-building, and prophecy, with a wide scope revealed through multiple POVs. The magic system is distinctive and clearly explained, and the world feels rich and well established without becoming too dense… If you enjoy James Islington, this is well worth picking up, I’m definitely looking forward to the next instalment. — ?????Reader ReviewThe Mistral is an epic fantasy that’ll sweep you away into a richly crafted world full of adventure and magic. The plot is gripping, with just the right amount of intrigue and action to keep you hooked. The characters are complex and well-developed, making their journey all the more engaging. The writing is immersive and beautifully done. If you love big, sweeping fantasy with depth and excitement, this book is definitely worth diving into! —?????Reader ReviewThe world building was brilliant. The main character, Fenne, coming into the city as a newcomer and learning all about the culture and religion alongside the reader was a great way to maintain the pace without slowing down to explain things. The language is so descriptive and vivid, it was easy to picture everything. Almost felt like watching a film. — ?????Reader ReviewThe world building felt immersive without being overwhelming, and the idea of a dying magical force shaping the fate of the realm made the story feel bog, dramatic, and full of tension. This gave me similar vibes to Mistborn and Godkiller with its epic scale, layered magic system, and character driven story. — ?????Reader ReviewMy goodness, what a book!! The world? Amazing! The writing?? Insanely good! The plot? Political intrigue with magical aspects!... Solid first book that leaves you wanting more. Definitely a series I will be sticking to. —?????Reader ReviewThe Mistral is a sprawling epic fantasy reminiscent of Sanderson’s Stormlight Archive, but also distinctly original in it’s world-building, histories, and a very intriguing central plot premise… This book is a twisting and weaving narrative of hidden motivations, manipulation and betrayals; resulting in an explosive finale. Mosse’s writing style is dynamic and engaging; the fight scenes are nail biting, action packed and very entertaining. I loved all the characters; the good, the nefarious, the morally ambiguous and flawed. Overall, Mosse succeeds in building a mounting anticipation of change throughout the novel, which culminates to a shocking finale. —????Reader ReviewThe Mistral offers richly imagined world building paired with a thoughtful, well-paced character journey. The setting feels lived-in and cohesive, with enough depth to draw you in without overwhelming the story. That really stands out, however, is the character work — particularly Swan. Swan’s arc is emotionally satisfying and handled with care, allowing her growth to unfold naturally over the novel. — ????Reader ReviewImagine a melting pot of: Mistborn Era 1, Worlds of Radiance, Godkiller, and more. This is such a good story and fantastical world Felix Mosse is building. A world were two coalescing Mists grant people powers, some revere it as a God, others want to weaponise it and craft technology from it to bring a world of power to the masses instead of the chosen few… I do want to see some uniqueness in the sequel, but secret orders, political instability and rival wars, secret powers and prophecies, it ticks a lot of boxes. — ????Reader Review

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  • Kustantaja / Valmistaja Penguin Books Ltd
  • ISBN 9780241766811
  • Tuotekoodi 9780241766811
  • Kirjoittajat Felix Mosse
  • Kieli Englanti
  • Thema-luokitus Seikkailukirjallisuus; Fantasiakirjallisuus; Kaunokirjallisuus: erityispiirteet
  • Ilmestymispäivä 28.05.2026
  • Vuosi 2026
  • Tuoteryhmä Ulk jännitys
  • Tuotepääryhmä Ulkomaiset kaunokirjat
  • Tuotelinja Kirjat
  • Genretunnus MU; FA; JA
  • Sivumäärä 480
  • Pituus (mm) 247
  • Leveys (mm) 165
  • Korkeus (mm) 44
  • Paino (g) 712
  • Tuotemuoto Kovakantinen
  • ALV 13,5%

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