Tempests and Slaughter (The Numair Chronicles, Book One) Audiobook (Free)

#1 NY Instances BESTSELLER! This NEW must-read illusion from an writer who is star herself–TAMORA PIERCE–is one Bustle calls ‘the perfect publication for die-hard Pierce supporters and newcomers alike.’

‘Tamora Pierce’s books shaped me personally not merely as a writer but also as a woman. She is a pillar, an icon, and an inspiration.’

–SARAH J. MAAS, #1 NY Times bestselling writer

‘Tamora Pierce didn’t just blaze a trail. Her heroines cut a swath through the dream world with wit, strength, about Tempests and Slaughter (The Numair Chronicles, Book One) and savvy. Her tales still lead the vanguard today. Pierce is the true lioness, and we’re all just running to keep pace.’

–LEIGH BARDUGO, #1 New York Occasions bestselling author

Uncover the origin story of one from the realm’s most powerful mages in the first publication in the Numair Chronicles.

Arram Draper is on the path to becoming one of the realm’s most powerful mages. The youngest college student in his course in the Imperial University of Carthak, he includes a Gift with unlimited prospect of greatness–and for getting problems. At his side are his two best friends: Varice, a clever gal with an often-overlooked talent, and Ozorne, the ‘leftover prince’ with secret ambitions. Jointly, these three friends forge a relationship that will 1 day shape kingdoms. So that as Ozorne gets nearer to the throne and Varice gets closer to Arram’s heart, Arram realizes that one day–soon–he will have to decide where his loyalties really lie.

In the Numair Chronicles, readers will be rewarded using the never-before-told story of how Numair Salmalín found Tortall. Newcomers will discover an unforgettable fantasy adventure in which a kingdom’s future rests over the shoulders of a talented young man having a knack to make vicious enemies.

‘I take even more comfort from and as great a pleasure in Tamora Pierce’s Tortall books as I do from Game of Thrones.’

–The Washington Post