Nightborn by Lou Anders

Nightborn by Lou Anders

Karn Korlundsson is a gamer, not a riddler, but in order to save his closest friend, Thianna Frostborn, he'll have to go to Castlebriar (via wyvern), learn how to play a new board game called Charioteers (no problem), solve the Riddle of the Horn, and deal with enigmatic elves.

Desstra is in training to join the Underhand, the dark elves' elite agents. But when she comes paths with Karn, she isn't who she seems.

The horn of Osius, an ancient artifact with the potential to reshape the world, is the focus of everyone's attention. The lengths to which Karn will go in the name of friendship will be put to the test. Who knew that solving a riddle could be so dangerous?

The novel includes directions for playing the board game Charioteers. For more games, maps, character profiles, and more, go to ThronesandBones.com.

Kirkus Reviews praises Nightborn for presenting a intriguing world.

'An adventure story with strong pacing, well-drawn characters, and intriguing action scenes,' according to Booklist.

Future Tolkien and George RRMartin lovers can joyfully cut their serial-fantasy teeth on this first book of an eventual series, according to Kirkus Reviews.

Garth Nix, popular author of the Abhorsen series, describes it as a colorful, fast-paced, and immensely delightful book.

The environment is rich, the people are well-defined, and the threat is ever-present--Publishers Weekly, Starred Review

Themes of keeping loyal to oneself, teamwork, and individuality will resonate with those--School Library JournalThis is an good choice for readers new to the genre.

Put me on the waiting list for book two --Amy Plum, international bestselling author of the Die for Me seriesPut me on the waiting list for book two

From the Hardcover edition of the book

Lou Anders is a Hugo Award winner for editing and a Chesley Award winner for art direction. Almost 500 articles and pieces on science fiction and fantasy television and literature have been published by him. Anders is a frequent speaker who travels the country to talk at writing conventions. His family and he live in Birmingham, Alabama. Anders may be found on the web at louanders.com and ThronesandBones.com, as well as on Facebook and Twitter at @LouAnders.