Mad Ship
Readers rate it 4.3 (539 on Hardcover)
864 pages · Released Feb 29, 2000 · Spectra
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Mad Ship is the second novel in a complex fantasy trilogy with sophisticated character development and emotional depth. The book contains moderate fantasy violence, some darker themes including slavery and coercion, and complex moral situations that reward reader maturity. It features strong themes of resilience, agency, and integrity, with multiple characters modeling growth and determination despite difficult circumstances. This is a thoughtful, character-driven fantasy best suited to older teens comfortable with morally ambiguous situations and fantasy peril.
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The second book in a seafaring fantasy trilogy that George R. R. Martin has described as “even better than the Farseer Trilogy—I didn’t think that was possible.” As the ancient tradition of Bingtown’s Old Traders slowly erodes under the cold new order of a corrupt ruler, the Vestrits anxiously await the return of their... The second book in a seafaring fantasy trilogy that George R. R. Martin has described as “even better than the Farseer Trilogy—I didn’t think that was possible.” As the ancient tradition of Bingtown’s Old Traders slowly erodes under the cold new order of a corrupt ruler, the Vestrits anxiously await the return of their liveship—a rare magic ship carved from sentient wizardwood, which bonds the ships mystically with those who sail them. And Althea Vestrit waits even more avidly, living only to reclaim the ship as her lost inheritance and captain her on the high seas. But the Vivacia has been seized by the ruthless pirate captain Kennit, who holds Althea’s nephew and his father hostage. Althea and her onetime sea mate Brashen resolve to liberate the liveship—but their plan may prove more dangerous than leaving the Vivacia in Kennit’s ambitious grasp. Don’t miss the magic of the Liveship Traders Trilogy: SHIP OF MAGIC • MAD SHIP • SHIP OF DESTINY
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- Strong Character Development
- Diverse Characters
- Loveable Characters
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- Character driven
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- Not Diverse Characters
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ISBN 9780553575644 · Spectra