The Queen’s Thief novels are rich with political machinations and intrigue, battles lost and won, dangerous journeys, divine intervention, power, passion, revenge, and deception. Perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo, Marie Lu, Patrick Rothfuss, and George R. R. Martin.Discover and rediscover the world of the Queen's Thief in this digital collection that includes the first five novels in the series: The Thief, The Queen of Attolia, The King of Attolia, A Conspiracy of Kings, and Thick as Thieves. Bonus Content: two maps, a complete cast of characters, three original short stories (Knife Dance, Wineshop, Envoy), a Q&A with the author, and a peek at Megan Whalen Turner’s inspiration for the setting of the novels.The ThiefWhen Eugenides the thief’s boasting lands him in prison and the king’s magus invites him on a quest to steal a legendary object, he is in no position to refuse.The Queen of AttoliaEugenides’s final excursion does not go as planned, and he is captured by the ruthless queen.The King of AttoliaThe fate of three nations hangs in the balance as Eugenides endures the pranks, insults, and intrigue of the Attolian court with dwindling patienceA Conspiracy of KingsAfter an attempted assassination and kidnapping, Eugenides and the Queen of Eddis are left to wonder if Sophos, heir to the throne of Sounis, is alive, and if they will ever see him again.Thick as ThievesKamet, a secretary and slave, has the ambition and the means to become one of the most powerful people in the Empire. But with a whispered warning the future he envisioned is wrenched away, and he is forced onto a very different path.

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    Chased by an assassin out into the endless wastes of the desert, she is caught, disfigured, and left for dead. Her scabbard is empty, but the need for answers—and the pull of her sword—will draw her back to the city-states.When Jateko, a naïve youth, accidentally kills a member of his own tribe, he finds himself outcast and pursued across the desert for his crimes. Crazed from dehydration, dying of thirst and hunger, he stumbles across Zerfall.Hunted by assassins and bound by mutual need, both Zerfall and Jateko will confront the Täuschung, an ancient and deranged religion ruled by a broken fragment of Zerfall’s mind. Swarm, the Täuschung hell, seethes with imprisoned souls, but where gods—real or imagined—meddle in the affairs of man, the cost is high.In Swarm and Steel, the power of belief can manifest and shape reality, and for political and religious leaders, faith becomes a powerful tool. But the insane are capable of twisting reality with their delusions as well, turning increasingly dangerous as their sanity crumbles. It is here that a long prophesied evil will be born, an endless hunger. The All Consuming will rise.

    This episode written by Ellen Kushner, Joel Derfner, and Tessa Gratton. As Kaab prepares to leave the City, Diane faces the Council regarding her petition to become Duchess in her own right. Rafe, meanwhile, seeks one final goodbye. Having solved a mystery, Tess enacts vengeance the Riverside way.Ambition, love affairs, and rivalries dance with deadly results in Tremontaine. A Duchess whose beauty is matched only by her cunning; a handsome young scholar with more passion than sense; a foreigner in a playground of swordplay and secrets; and a mathematical genius whose discoveries herald revolution when games of politics begin, no one is safe. Keep your wit as sharp as your steel in this world where politics is everything, and outcasts are the tastemakers.

    This episode written by Karen Lord. Kaab realizes Saabim was murdered, but finding the culprit will take time. A new allegiance shifts the web of power surrounding Diane. Rafe channels his grief into setting up his school. Welcome to Tremontaine, where ambition, love affairs, and rivalries dance with deadly results. A Duchess whose beauty is matched only by her cunning; a handsome young scholar with more passion than sense; a foreigner in a playground of swordplay and secrets; and a mathematical genius whose discoveries herald revolution when games of politics begin, no one is safe. Keep your wit as sharp as your steel in this world where politics is everything, and outcasts are the tastemakers.

    This episode written by Tessa Gratton. As Diane installs Micah at Tremontaine House, Kaab comes to the duchess with a proposition concerning Will’s fate. Meanwhile, Shade and Florian look for a way to strike against the foreign swordswoman. Rafe confesses to his father, and Vincent is forced into an unwanted confrontation.Ambition, love affairs, and rivalries dance with deadly results in Tremontaine. A Duchess whose beauty is matched only by her cunning; a handsome young scholar with more passion than sense; a foreigner in a playground of swordplay and secrets; and a mathematical genius whose discoveries herald revolution when games of politics begin, no one is safe. Keep your wit as sharp as your steel in this world where politics is everything, and outcasts are the tastemakers.

    Set around 1920, this is the story of the bond between two rivals who slowly discover they have more in common than they think.

    This episode written by Ellen Kushner. Duchess Diane Tremontaine is the guest of honor at a fashionable banquet, but now that she holds power in her own right, challenges—and rivals—come in many forms. As allies reveal their own agendas, Diane looks to keep her friends close, and her enemies closer. Welcome to Tremontaine, where ambition, love affairs, and rivalries dance with deadly results. A Duchess whose beauty is matched only by her cunning; a handsome young scholar with more passion than sense; a foreigner in a playground of swordplay and secrets; and a mathematical genius whose discoveries herald revolution when games of politics begin, no one is safe. Keep your wit as sharp as your steel in this world where politics is everything, and outcasts are the tastemakers.

    It's a world they've only seen in their dreams until now--when a stranger recruits them to train for a mind-bending mission of survival.

    This episode written by Mary Anne Mohanraj. The Duchess marshals her resources as she attempts to avoid the Dragon Chancellor’s clutches. Vincent and Kaab must face the consequences of their duel. Florian and Shade discuss strategy. The Kinwiniik welcome a new child. Ambition, love affairs, and rivalries dance with deadly results in Tremontaine. A Duchess whose beauty is matched only by her cunning; a handsome young scholar with more passion than sense; a foreigner in a playground of swordplay and secrets; and a mathematical genius whose discoveries herald revolution when games of politics begin, no one is safe. Keep your wit as sharp as your steel in this world where politics is everything, and outcasts are the tastemakers.

    This episode written by Paul Witcover. As Kaab takes over her aunt’s role, Diane deals with the aftermath of the burglary at Tremontaine House. Despite Davenant’s moves against her and the school, she remains convinced she has the upper hand. Meanwhile, Esha begins to see the risks—body and soul—of being involved with Diane. Welcome to Tremontaine, where ambition, love affairs, and rivalries dance with deadly results. A Duchess whose beauty is matched only by her cunning; a handsome young scholar with more passion than sense; a foreigner in a playground of swordplay and secrets; and a mathematical genius whose discoveries herald revolution when games of politics begin, no one is safe. Keep your wit as sharp as your steel in this world where politics is everything, and outcasts are the tastemakers.

    When a tornado levels his home-as well as the surrounding West Texas town-a restored Quinlan rises from the wreckage. The enchanted sword at the eye of the storm gives him more than a sound mind and body, however. He's now the only man who can face the otherworldly creatures the sword has drawn down to the Lone Star State... "So much fun to watch creators fi nd that next level. Go, Cates, go!" -BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS

    It’s wonderful news, assuming you’re Senesio Suleiman Zhao, famed monster hunter, Champion of the People, and murderous egotist.It’s the place of lesser men to fear the dead as Harper conquers the scared mountains of the ancestors. Honor be damned, there’s glory at stake.Jao has always tried to do right by others, but the time for that is long past. When his brother and companions are murdered by bandits, there’s only one recourse: a feast.A classical education at the imperial capital has taught Chen a great many things. What it hasn’t taught him, however, is to lie, cheat, and steal. A shame, then, that he’s working for the biggest liar, cheat, and thief this side of the empire.

    After surviving the leadership challenge, being Alpha should be easy, right?  But Kane’s illusions are soon shattered as the demands on him escalate.  His half-brother seems to have gone rogue, an old flame is becoming clingy, the pack’s water supply has been contaminated by an oil spill and now…the Council of Elders are proposing a political mating!  What’s an Alpha to do?A treat for die-hard fans, Kane: I Am Alpha presents Kane’s viewpoint on the original Law of the Lycan’s novel, The Mating.