Is this book part of a series?

This is the first installment of The Inheritance Trilogy, which continues in subsequent books that explore the same world but often feature different lead characters.

What is unique about the way the story is told?

The narrative utilizes a frame story where the protagonist recounts events in retrospection, frequently addressing the reader directly to provide perspective on her experiences.

Did this book receive any major recognition?

It was a finalist for the Hugo Award for Best Novel in 2011 and won the Locus Award for Best First Novel that same year.

The Hundred Thousand Kingdoms

Epic Fantasy Fantasy

Pages: 432
Published: 2010
Language: English

Synopsis

Yeine Darr, an outcast from the north, is unexpectedly summoned to the opulent city of Sky and named an heiress to the king. She finds herself in a dangerous game of succession, battling unknown cousins and uncovering dark family secrets. As Yeine fights for her life and the truth, she learns the complex and perilous ties between love, hate, gods, and mortals.