The Goblin Emperor

Book • 2014

In 'The Goblin Emperor', Katherine Addison crafts a nuanced tale of court intrigue and personal growth.

Maia, the exiled half-goblin son, becomes emperor after his father and brothers die in an airship accident.

He must navigate the complexities of imperial politics, confront his own identity, and face the challenges of ruling a divided nation.

The novel is praised for its hopeful tone, intricate world-building, and compelling character development.

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Mentioned by

Jason Snell

as a book he reread during a trip to Maui.

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Mentioned by

A.E. Lanier

as one of

Katherine Addison

's novels, set in the same world as "The Tomb of Dragons".

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Mentioned by

Veronica Belmont

and

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during a check-in discussion about the book.

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Recommended by

Petra Mayer

as a good standalone book and a great place to start if you're interested in fantasy.

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Recommended by Petra Mayer as a comforting standalone fantasy novel with a chosen one trope, a sympathetic main character, and a gorgeously built world.

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