Baptism of Fire
Baptism of Fire by Andrzej Sapkowski is a fantasy novel published by Orbit on June 24, 2014. This edition spans 400 pages and is presented in English. The story continues the journey of Geralt of Rivia, a Witcher who finds himself gravely injured following a coup within the Wizard’s Guild, while his ward, Ciri, is missing. As war engulfs the lands and the future of magic hangs in the balance, Geralt must navigate his recovery and the chaos around him to locate Ciri, rumored to be in the Nilfgaard court.
Readers will encounter a richly woven narrative that explores themes of action and adventure against a backdrop of dragons and mythical creatures. The plot unfolds in a world where Geralt, traditionally a protector of the innocent, faces insurmountable odds as he embarks on a rescue mission. This installment of the Witcher series delves into the complexities of loyalty, power, and survival in dark times, making it a significant addition to the epic fantasy genre.
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A deadly coup within the Wizard’s Guild leaves the Witcher, Geralt of Rivia, gravely injured, and his ward Ciri missing in the third book of the NYT bestselling series that inspired the blockbuster video games.
The Wizards Guild has been shattered by a coup and, in the uproar, Geralt was seriously injured. The Witcher is supposed to be a guardian of the innocent, a protector of those in need, a defender against powerful and dangerous monsters that prey on men in dark times.
But now that dark times have fallen upon the world, Geralt is helpless until he has recovered from his injuries.
While war rages across all of the lands, the future of magic is under threat and those sorcerers who survive are determined to protect it. It’s an impossible situation in which to find one girl — Ciri, the heiress to the throne of Cintra — until a rumor places her in the Niflgaard court, preparing to marry the Emperor.
Injured or not, Geralt has a rescue mission on his hands.
Andrzej Sapkowski, winner of the World Fantasy Lifetime Achievement award, started an international phenomenon with his Witcher series:
Witcher novelsBlood of Elves
The Time of Contempt
Baptism of Fire The Tower of SwallowsLady of the LakeSeason of Storms
Witcher collectionsThe Last WishSword of Destiny
The Malady and Other Stories: An Andrzej Sapkowski Sampler (e-only)
Translated from original Polish by David French
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