The Scar by China Miéville
This novel transports readers to a fantastical world of piracy, politics, and magic on the high seas. Set in the same universe as its predecessor, it follows a linguist who, after fleeing her war-torn city, becomes embroiled in the complex society of Armada, a city made of pirated ships. The narrative weaves together themes of power, identity, and rebellion, as the inhabitants of Armada embark on a perilous quest to harness the power of a mythical sea creature. Rich in imaginative detail and populated with a diverse cast of characters, the story explores the depths of human ambition and the lengths to which people will go to achieve their desires.
The 5760th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2002
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 600-700
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(4.3)
- Alternate Titles
- - La Cicatriz
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This book is on the following 4 lists:
- 6104th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)
- 500 Must Read Books (The Daily Telegraph)
- August Derleth Award (British Fantasy Society)