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| Book Title | The Stolen Throne |
| Series | The Time of Troubles |
| Genre | Science Fiction |
| Author | Harry Turtledove |
| Publisher | Del Rey |
| Published | 1995 |
| Format | Mass Market Paperback |
| Condition | Good |
| Condition Notes | Used mass market paperback. Light to moderate shelf wear, edge wear, corner wear, and cover rubbing visible. Minor creasing from reading and storage. Appears complete and structurally sound. |
| Condition | Good |
The Videssian Empire is plunged into chaos when the emperor is murdered and the imperial throne is seized through treachery. As rival factions struggle for power, loyalists attempt to restore the rightful ruler while sorcerers, nobles, soldiers, and adventurers become entangled in a growing civil conflict. Against a backdrop of political intrigue and magical forces, the future of the empire hangs in the balance. The first volume of The Time of Troubles begins a sweeping tale of betrayal, loyalty, and dynastic struggle.
EugeneBookStore Summary
Returning to his beloved Videssos setting, Harry Turtledove launches The Time of Troubles series with a story of murder, usurpation, and political upheaval. Drawing heavily from Byzantine history while embracing fantasy elements, The Stolen Throne delivers a compelling blend of court intrigue, military conflict, and magic. It serves as an excellent entry point for readers interested in the broader Videssos universe.
Collector Notes
The Stolen Throne is the opening volume of The Time of Troubles trilogy, one of the later major story arcs set within the Videssos universe. By this point Turtledove had refined the blend of Byzantine-inspired politics, military strategy, and fantasy that made the series distinctive. As the first book in the trilogy, it is often more difficult to replace in matching sets and remains desirable to collectors assembling the complete Videssos chronology.
