Condition: New Format: Paperback ISBN: 9780008286507 Publisher: HarperVoyager Age Range: Adult Overview Forest Mage is the gripping second instalment of Robin Hobb's Soldier Son Trilogy, continuing the story of Cadet Nevare Burvelle as he battles the aftermath of the Speck plague, a forbidden magic, and the collapse of the world he thought he understood. Blending military fantasy with rich cultural conflict, this brand-new paperback edition brings Hobb's celebrated storytelling to a new generation of readers craving epic, character-driven fantasy with real emotional stakes. About the Book The King's Cavalla Academy has been ravaged by the Speck plague, and as the infirmary finally empties, Cadet Nevare Burvelle prepares to return home. Far from broken, Nevare emerges hale and hearty, having defeated his nemesis, the enigmatic Tree Woman, and seemingly freed himself of the Speck magic that once turned him against his own people. Yet peace proves elusive. His nights remain haunted by vivid, unsettling dreams of the Tree Woman, dreams in which his Speck self threatens to unravel everything he holds dear in his waking life. Has the plague left scars far more mysterious than the merely physical? Despite these fears, Nevare journeys home in full expectation of a joyful reunion with his fiancée, Carsina, and a return to the ordered military life he has trained for. But his homecoming takes a shocking turn as the magic within his blood roars back to life — a magic determined to destroy everything and everyone he loves. Hobb masterfully weaves themes of identity, colonialism, and personal transformation into a story that never loses its emotional core, cementing Forest Mage as a standout entry in modern epic fantasy. Continues the acclaimed Soldier Son Trilogy from New York Times bestselling author Robin Hobb Rich, immersive world-building blending military life and indigenous magic Complex protagonist wrestling with identity and forbidden power Brand-new paperback copy, perfect for collectors and new readers alike An ideal gift for fans of character-driven epic fantasy About the Author Robin Hobb is a New York Times best-selling fantasy author, published in English in the US, UK and Australia, with her works widely translated worldwide. Her short stories have been finalists for both the Hugo and the Nebula awards, as well as winning the Asimov's Readers Award. She is best known for The Farseer Trilogy, comprising Assassin's Apprentice, Royal Assassin and Assassin's Quest, alongside further acclaimed series including the Liveship Traders and Tawny Man trilogies. Why You'll Love This Fantasy Novel Forest Mage delivers everything fans love about Robin Hobb — intricate world-building, morally complex characters, and a slow-burn magic system that rewards patient, immersive reading from start to finish. Please Note: Book cover may vary slightly from the image shown; you will receive the UK edition with the ISBN listed above.