“A vividly realized high-seas epic that pulls you deep into its world and keeps you tangled there until the very last word.”
—Evan Winter, author of The Rage of Dragons, on The Bone Ships
“The Bone Ships is excellent. Aside from the standout writing, it’s one of the most interesting and original fantasy worlds I’ve seen in years.”
—Adrian Tchaikovsky, Arthur C. Clarke Award–winning author of Children of Time
“I absolutely loved it. A whole lot of swashbuckling awesomeness by RJ Barker. He has crafted a fascinating world and a twisty plot, both rooted in characters I came to care about. A definite winner for me.”
—John Gwynne, author of The Shadow of the Gods, on The Bone Ships
“An epic tale of duty and obligation and honor, and what bravery really means. I can’t recommend it enough.”
—Peter McLean, author of Priest of Bones, on The Bone Ships
“Simultaneously gritty and full of a sense of wonder, The Bone Ships is the perfect adventure for anyone who’s ever had dreams of the sea—or of dragons.… An excellent book for any reader in search of a fantastical journey.”
—BookPage
“A unique and memorable world—harsh and brutal and full of sharply realized, powerful female characters. Barker has managed to craft a story inspired by Moby Dick, Game of Thrones, and pirate lore, and readers will be drawn in and fascinated.”
—Booklist (starred review) on The Bone Ships
“Often poignant and always intriguing, Age of Assassins reveals its mysteries with the style of a magic show and the artful grace of a gifted storyteller.”
—Nicholas Eames, author of Kings of the Wyld
“Outstanding. Beautifully written, perfectly paced, and assured. Kept me reading well into the early hours of the morning. A wonderful first book—a wonderful book, period—that should be at the very top of your to-read list.”
—James Islington, author of The Shadow of What Was Lost, on Age of Assassins