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The Privilege of the Sword

Ellen Kushner

Ellen Kushner’s only award entry in this dataset.

Published 2006 by Small Beer Press · 376 pages

Nebula · 2007

Finalist
Fantasy

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Synopsis

Young noblewoman Katherine is sent to live with her scandalous uncle, the Mad Duke Tremontaine, who insists she learn swordplay instead of needlework. As Katherine transforms from sheltered girl to skilled swordswoman, she’s drawn into her uncle’s dangerous political games in a city where duels settle disputes and reputation is everything.

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Epic Fantasy
Gender & SexualityClass & Economics

Details

Series
Riverside · Book 2
Author nationality
United States
ISBN
9781931520201