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Book 3 of the Codex Alera Used paperback book. Appears barely used, minor wear to spine About the Book From the bestselling creator of the Dresden Files series. When treachery fromwithin destroys the armys command structure, young Tavi finds himself leading an inexperienced, poorly equipped legion--the only force standing between theCanim horde and the war-torn realm. Book Synopsis In his acclaimed Codex Alera novels, #1 New York Times bestselling author Jim Butcher has created a fascinating world in which the powerful forces of nature take physical form. But even magic cannot sway the corruption that threatens to destroy the realm of Alera once and for all.. When the power-hungry High Lord of Kalare launches a merciless rebellion against the First Lord, young Tavi of Calderon joins a newly formed legion under an assumed name. And when the ruthless Kalare allies himself with a savage enemy of the realm, Tavi finds himself leading an inexperienced, poorly equipped legion--the only force standing between Alera and certain doom.. Review Quotes "Butcher deftly mixes military fantasy and political intrigue in the rollicking third Codex Alera book..Readers will cheer Tavi every step of the way."-- Publishers Weekly "The author of the Dresden Files modern fantasy series is equally familiar with old-style, 'classic' fantasy, demonstrating his skill in complex plotting and vivid world crafting to masterly effect."-- Library Journal "Plenty of military action and some interesting revelations about Tavi's past make this one of the best volumes yet in this entertaining series."-- Locus About the Author Jim Butcher is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Dresden Files, the Codex Alera, and the Cinder Spires novels. He lives in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado.