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Peter V. Brett

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Peter V. Brett is the internationally bestselling author of the Demon Cycle series, which has sold over four million copies in 27 languages worldwide. Novels include The Warded Man, The Desert Spear, The Daylight War, The Skull Throne, and The Core. Other works include the Red Sonja: Unchained graphic novel and the Demon Cycle novellas The Great Bazaar, Brayan's Gold, Messenger's Legacy, and Barren. The Desert Prince, the first installment of his Nightfall Saga, published in August 2021. The sequel, The Hidden Queen, is due early 2024. He lives in Brooklyn.

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Butter Cookies and Demon Claws by Peter V. Brett
"This was a surprisingly cosy novella set in a decided uncosy world. Having read both The Demon Cycle series and The Nightfall Saga (at least the ones that have been published), this had a very different vibe to it. But I am here for it!
This little no" Read more of this review »
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"What happens when an author decides to try a 'cosy' novella in their existing (not cosy) fantasy world? Well, if this novella is anything to go by - good things! The demons may have been vanquished, cookies may abound, but there's still a mystery - a" Read more of this review »
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[…] She could have kept enough ichor to stay young for decades more. Enough to heal the sick and injured.
But not enough to keep everyone young. Not enough to heal everyone. And who was she, or the Tenders or Herb Gatherer or the town council itsel
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"I absolutely love the origin story behind this novella (the author met queen of cosy fantasy Sarah Beth Durst and was inspired to write a cosy book within his not so cosy universe)
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So little happens in this charming cozy fantasy, and yet I found myself warmed and engaged throughout. What thaumistry is this?
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I purchased this book to attend my friend Sarah's Brooklyn launch event with my sixteen year old, who has been a fan for years. I did not expected to be so utterly entranced by cozy fantasy, but the Spellshop is like reading the opposite of a panic a ...more
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" It sets up the next (and final) book, but I wouldn't call it a cliffhanger. 90% of plot threads and story arcs are resolved. ...more "
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“Let others determine your worth and you're already lost, because no one wants people worth more than themselves.”
Peter V. Brett, The Warded Man

“Welcome to adulthood." Cob said. "Every child finds a day when they realize that adults can be weak and wrong just like everyone else. After that day, you are an adult. Like it or not.”
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“We are what we choose to be, girl,' she said. 'Let others determine your worth, and you've already lost, because no one wants people worth more than themselves.”
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message 26: by Bryan

Bryan Waters Love your books Sir, but I had to unfollow you. Whoever updates your Goodreads profile, is a little over eager. Whenever I log on, I am spammed by dozens of posts. Its just too much.


message 25: by Ren

Ren I just finished 'The Skull Throne'. So effin' good. Thanks for existing! Dying for the next one. =D


message 24: by Peter

Peter Forgot to! Thanks for the reminder.

Terence wrote: "Are you were going to change your profile picture to the new one you use on Facebook and your new book?"


message 23: by Terence

Terence Are you were going to change your profile picture to the new one you use on Facebook and your new book?


message 22: by Terence

Terence Thanks for accepting my friend request.


message 21: by Ren

Ren I love your series. I wait forever for a book and a day-or-two later I am waiting forever again. ^_^ Thanks a lot for the world I can escape to, one of the best in the genre.


message 20: by Eva

Eva Hey, Peter. Thank you for accepting. I am loving your books. It's a shame the translation hasn't got to Mexico yet, though. I can think of a few people who would also love your work. Have a nice day :)


message 19: by Peter

Peter You're very welcome! Thanks for reading!

Tracey wrote: "Thank you for accepting. Love Demon Cycle :)"


Tracey the Lizard Queen Thank you for accepting. Love Demon Cycle :)


message 17: by Peter

Peter You are my true friend.

Kristina wrote: "Wandering through the sci-fi/fantasy section of Barnes and Noble today and I noticed a guy pick up The Warded Man, and I practically leaped at him, "OMG You have to buy that!!" He did. =)"


Kristina Wandering through the sci-fi/fantasy section of Barnes and Noble today and I noticed a guy pick up The Warded Man, and I practically leaped at him, "OMG You have to buy that!!" He did. =)


message 15: by Felix

Felix The series is awesome. There is not to many Epic/Dark adult fantasies out there. The Painted/Warded man is one of my all time favorites.It feels like 1 part LIl'Abner 1 part crucible shake not stir-then add demons for taste.


message 14: by Kyle

Kyle Just finished The Daylight War, and I have to say: Absolutely loved it! Just the book I needed, at just the right time. :)


message 13: by Peter

Peter Licorice wrote: "Thank you so much for accepting me as a friend :3
I really enjoyed your books! ^^"


You're welcome! Thank you!


message 12: by Isabell

Isabell Thank you so much for accepting me as a friend :3
I really enjoyed your books! ^^


message 11: by Peter

Peter I'm no Sanderson, but I get by.

Tood wrote: "Wow you pump books out like a magician!"


message 10: by Todd

Todd Wow you pump books out like a magician!


message 9: by Peter

Peter You're welcome! Thanks for the invite!

Dani wrote: "Thanks for the add! <3"


Danielle Thanks for the add! <3


message 7: by Peter

Peter Thank you so much!

Ruby wrote: "Looking forward to the release of the Daylight War. Keep up the great writing!"


message 6: by Ruby (last edited Oct 13, 2012 09:12PM)

Ruby Looking forward to the release of the Daylight War. Keep up the great writing!


message 5: by Mike

Mike Dude, where's your 3rd book. Feels like I've been waiting ages. Is it going to be a graphic novel?


Savannah Peter, thank you for the friendship.


message 3: by Peter

Peter Becky wrote: "Renna costume for Halloween is a go... just need to find something other than eyeliner to do wards. In the end it tends to smudge. Profile pic is a first attempt and drawing wards."

Can. Not. Wait!


message 2: by Becky

Becky Renna costume for Halloween is a go... just need to find something other than eyeliner to do wards. In the end it tends to smudge. Profile pic is a first attempt and drawing wards.


Dorothy Thanks for accepting my friending, I am a fan, wishing you well and many successful books.


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