The Ninth Rain: The Winnowing Flame Trilogy, Book 1
The Ninth Rain is the first book in The Winnowing Flame trilogy, a fantasy novel about an Eboran empire in decline, an explorer, a fugitive witch and an approaching threat. The listing describes it as the winner of the 2018 British Fantasy Award for Best Fantasy Novel.
At a glance
- First book in The Winnowing Flame trilogy.
- Fantasy adventure featuring magic, monsters and an empire in decline.
- The listing identifies it as winner of the British Fantasy Award for Best Fantasy Novel.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Readers report engaging characters, intertwined storylines, and imaginative worldbuilding.
- The Kindle listing includes screen-reader support and enhanced typesetting.
Cons
- The 550-page print length points to a substantial read, which may not suit buyers looking for a short novel.
Technical specifications
11 specifications| Publisher | Headline |
|---|---|
| Publication date | Feb. 23 2017 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 550 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1472235169 |
| File size | 3.4 MB |
|---|---|
| Screen reader | Supported |
| Enhanced typesetting | Enabled |
| X-Ray | Enabled |
| Word Wise | Enabled |
| Page Flip | Enabled |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Fantasy readers looking for an epic story with monsters, magic and political conflict.
- Readers interested in starting The Winnowing Flame trilogy.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a brief, standalone read.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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11% 11% - 2 stars
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Customer feedback is broadly positive about the characters, interconnected plot, worldbuilding and prose, with readers also describing the story as engaging and fast-paced. Some note that it is a surprisingly long read. For buyers considering this substantial fantasy opener, the praise points to its layered setting and story, while the length is worth keeping in mind. Aggregate ratings are generally favourable but do not establish why individual readers rated it as they did.
Positive themes
- Readers praise the characters and their intersecting stories.
- Feedback highlights the worldbuilding, plot and prose.
Negative themes
- Some readers say the book is surprisingly long.
Frequently asked questions
Which book in the trilogy is The Ninth Rain?
It is the first book in The Winnowing Flame trilogy.
What is the story about?
The listing describes an explorer, Tormalin, joining forces with Lady Vincenza and a fugitive witch amid magic, monsters, war and the decline of the Eboran empire.
What reading features are listed for the Kindle edition?
The listing says screen reader support, enhanced typesetting, X-Ray, Word Wise and Page Flip are enabled.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 550 pages.
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