The Harbors of the Sun | Martha Wells

The Harbors of the Sun: Volume Five of the Books of the Raksura

Accolades & Praise

• Award Nominee: The Books of the Raksura was nominated for the 2018 Hugo Award for Best Series.
• Critical Acclaim: The New York Times praised it as "Breathtakingly surprising and fun."

Extended Synopsis

A former friend has betrayed the Raksura and their groundling companions, and now the survivors must race across the Three Worlds to rescue their kidnapped family members. When Moon and Stone are sent ahead to scout, they quickly encounter an unexpected and potentially deadly ally, deciding to disobey the queens and continue the search alone. Following in a wind-ship, Jade and Malachite make an unlikely alliance of their own, until word reaches them that the terrifying Fell are massing for an attack on the Reaches, and forces of the powerful Empire of Kish are turning against the Raksura and their comrades.

Time is running out to stage a rescue. The kidnapped Raksura discover that their captors are heading toward a mysterious destination with a stolen magical artifact capable of causing more devastation for the Reaches than anything the lethal Fell can imagine. To stop them, the Raksura will have to take the ultimate risk and follow them into forbidden territory in this thrilling follow-up to The Edge of Worlds.

About the Author

Martha Wells is a celebrated fantasy author renowned for her vivid world-building and dynamic characters. She is the creator of numerous beloved sci-fi and fantasy worlds, including the Hugo Award-nominated Books of the Raksura series.

Reader Targeting

• Fans of expansive, immersive epic fantasy and complex world-building.
• Readers who enjoy thrilling action, adventure, and high-stakes rescue missions.
• Followers of The Books of the Raksura series looking for a satisfying duology conclusion.

Bibliographic & Physical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Harbors of the Sun about?
The surviving Raksura must race across the Three Worlds to rescue their kidnapped family members, navigating shifting alliances, hostile empires, and forbidden territories before a stolen magical artifact can unleash devastation.

Where does this book fit in the series?
It is the fifth volume in The Books of the Raksura series and serves as the thrilling conclusion to a specific duology within the overarching saga.

Who is Martha Wells?
Martha Wells is an acclaimed and celebrated fantasy and science fiction author, recognized for her deeply imaginative worlds and Hugo Award-nominated series.

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