Hobb, Robin
 
The third book in a seafaring fantasy trilogy that George R. R. Martin has dubbed “Even better than the Farseer Trilogy—I didn’t think that was possible.” Now for the first time in trade paperback, and with a glorious new cover!

As Bingtown slides toward disaster, clan matriarch Ronica Vestrit, branded a traitor, searches for a way to bring the city’s inhabitants together against a momentous threat. Meanwhile, Althea Vestrit, unaware of what has befallen Bingtown and her family, continues her perilous quest to track down and recover her liveship, the Vivacia, from the ruthless pirate Kennit.

Bold though it is, Althea’s scheme may be in vain. For her beloved Vivacia will face the most terrible confrontation of all as the secret of the liveships is revealed. It is a truth so shattering, it may destroy the Vivacia and all who love her, including Althea’s nephew, whose life already hangs in the balance.

Story Locale:Fantasy world/Realm of the Elderlings

Series Overview: Chronicling the adventures of a trading family and their living ship, set in Robin Hobb's famed fantasy world.