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Τα Χρονικά του Καστελάν, 1 the Crown's Double

Author: Cassandra Clare

Two outcasts are at the center of a world-changing event, at the beginning of a captivating epic fantasy series by the author of The Shadowhunter Chronicles, #1 on the New York Times bestseller list.


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Two outcasts are at the center of a world-changing event, at the beginning of a captivating epic fantasy series by the author of The Shadowhunter Chronicles, #1 on the New York Times bestseller list.


In the powerful city-state of Kastelan, the wealthiest nobles and the most corrupt outlaws share one thing: the relentless pursuit of wealth, power, and...

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  • Release 4/2024
  • Pages Pages 576
  • Cover Cover Hardcover
  • Translation Translation Christiana E. Sakellaropoulou
  • Publisher Publisher Dioptra
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Two outcasts are at the center of a world-changing event, at the beginning of a captivating epic fantasy series by the author of The Shadowhunter Chronicles, #1 on the New York Times bestseller list.


In the powerful city-state of Kastelan, the wealthiest nobles and the most corrupt outlaws share one thing: the relentless pursuit of wealth, power, and pleasures.

Kel was a small orphan with no future when he was chosen by the palace to become the double of the heir to the throne, Prince Conor Aurelian, taking his place whenever needed for security reasons. He was raised alongside the prince and trained in the art of war and political skill. He and Conor are bound like brothers, but Kel knows from the very beginning that he is destined to die for Conor. His future is predetermined.


Lin Kaster is a member of the small Ascar community, whose members retain remnants of the long-lost magic of the world. By law, they must live in a walled area of the city, but as a doctor, Lin moves outside the walls to care for the sick and dying of Kastelan. Despite her abilities, she cannot find a cure for her ill friend without access to forbidden knowledge.


When a failed assassination attempt brings Lin and Kel together, they become entangled in the web of the mysterious King of Scavengers, lord of Kastelan’s underworld, who offers each of them what they desire most. But as the two dive into his dangerous world, they uncover a conspiracy that stretches from the darkest alleys of Kastelan to the highest towers of its castles. As deeply buried secrets begin to surface, they face questions that will change their lives: Is knowledge worth the stigma of betrayal? Can forbidden love lead a kingdom to collapse? Can their discoveries lead the nation to war and the world to chaos?

What they said about the book

Clare creates a complex and epic world where magic, political corruption, and the concept of sacrifice constantly interact, with her descriptive writing offering a deep and thrilling reading journey.

Nektaria Varsami - Poultsidi, Ipirotikos Agon


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Author
Cassandra Clare
Publisher
Dioptra
Original Title
Sword Catcher
Type
Fantasy
Subtitle
1 The Crown's Double
Cover
Hardcover
Number of Pages
576
Release Date
4/2024
Publication Date
2024
Dimensions
15x23 cm
ISBN-13
9786182207260

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  • The first book in the Chronicle of Castellan series by Cassandra Clare is a must for Fantasy fans. With wonderful writing, dense world-building, and interesting characters, it is a very good introduction to the series that sets high expectations for what's to come. Yes, the pace is slow and there is a lot of world information, but from the middle onwards everything fits together beautifully and by the end, you can't wait to pick up the next book. For fans of spice, this is not for you, as we have fantasy with a romance subplot and no descriptive scenes. It deserves much more hype than it has gotten!

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  • The first book in the Chronicle of Castellan series by Cassandra Clare is a must for Fantasy fans. With wonderful writing, dense world-building, and interesting characters, it is a very good introduction to the series that sets high expectations for what's to come. Yes, the pace is slow and there is a lot of world information, but from the middle onwards everything fits together beautifully and by the end, you can't wait to pick up the next book. For fans of spice, this is not for you, as we have fantasy with a romance subplot and no descriptive scenes. It deserves much more hype than it has gotten!

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Two outcasts are at the center of a world-changing event, at the beginning of a captivating epic fantasy series by the author of The Shadowhunter Chronicles, #1 on the New York Times bestseller list.


In the powerful city-state of Kastelan, the wealthiest nobles and the most corrupt outlaws share one thing: the relentless pursuit of wealth, power, and pleasures.

Kel was a small orphan with no future when he was chosen by the palace to become the double of the heir to the throne, Prince Conor Aurelian, taking his place whenever needed for security reasons. He was raised alongside the prince and trained in the art of war and political skill. He and Conor are bound like brothers, but Kel knows from the very beginning that he is destined to die for Conor. His future is predetermined.


Lin Kaster is a member of the small Ascar community, whose members retain remnants of the long-lost magic of the world. By law, they must live in a walled area of the city, but as a doctor, Lin moves outside the walls to care for the sick and dying of Kastelan. Despite her abilities, she cannot find a cure for her ill friend without access to forbidden knowledge.


When a failed assassination attempt brings Lin and Kel together, they become entangled in the web of the mysterious King of Scavengers, lord of Kastelan’s underworld, who offers each of them what they desire most. But as the two dive into his dangerous world, they uncover a conspiracy that stretches from the darkest alleys of Kastelan to the highest towers of its castles. As deeply buried secrets begin to surface, they face questions that will change their lives: Is knowledge worth the stigma of betrayal? Can forbidden love lead a kingdom to collapse? Can their discoveries lead the nation to war and the world to chaos?

What they said about the book

Clare creates a complex and epic world where magic, political corruption, and the concept of sacrifice constantly interact, with her descriptive writing offering a deep and thrilling reading journey.

Nektaria Varsami - Poultsidi, Ipirotikos Agon


Manufacturer

Product Guides

Book Excerpt

Author
Cassandra Clare
Publisher
Dioptra
Original Title
Sword Catcher
Type
Fantasy
Subtitle
1 The Crown's Double
Cover
Hardcover
Number of Pages
576
Release Date
4/2024
Publication Date
2024
Dimensions
15x23 cm
ISBN-13
9786182207260

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

Reviews (3)

  1. 3
  2. 4 stars
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  3. 3 stars
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  4. 2 stars
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  5. 1 star
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  • Paper quality
  • Was it easy to read?
  • Was it interesting enough?
  • I liked the writing style
  • I would read a book by the same author
  • I would recommend it for reading
  • The first book in the Chronicle of Castellan series by Cassandra Clare is a must for Fantasy fans. With wonderful writing, dense world-building, and interesting characters, it is a very good introduction to the series that sets high expectations for what's to come. Yes, the pace is slow and there is a lot of world information, but from the middle onwards everything fits together beautifully and by the end, you can't wait to pick up the next book. For fans of spice, this is not for you, as we have fantasy with a romance subplot and no descriptive scenes. It deserves much more hype than it has gotten!

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    • Paper quality
    • Was it easy to read?
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would read a book by the same author
    • I would recommend it for reading
  • Verified purchase

  • The first book in the Chronicle of Castellan series by Cassandra Clare is a must for Fantasy fans. With wonderful writing, dense world-building, and interesting characters, it is a very good introduction to the series that sets high expectations for what's to come. Yes, the pace is slow and there is a lot of world information, but from the middle onwards everything fits together beautifully and by the end, you can't wait to pick up the next book. For fans of spice, this is not for you, as we have fantasy with a romance subplot and no descriptive scenes. It deserves much more hype than it has gotten!

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