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The Quantum Rose

by Catherine Asaro

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ISBN13: 9780812568837
ISBN10: 0812568834
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2001 Nebula Award for Best Novel

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A New Adventure in the Saga of the Skolian Empire. <BR>Kamoj Argali is the young ruler of an impoverished province on a backward planet. To keep her people from starving, she has agreed to marry Jax Ironbridge, the boorish and brutal ruler of a prosperous province. But before Argali and Ironbridge are wed, a mysterious stranger from a distant planet sweeps in and forces Kamoj into marriage, throwing her world into utter chaos. <BR>"Fans of futuristic romance will revel in the delights of a top notch romantic adventure set against an impeccably crafted, richly imagined background. . . . Connoisseurs of good science writing, vivid imagery and powerful emotional intensity are in for a real treat."-"Romantic Times" (4 1/2 stars)<BR>

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"The sixth volume in the Saga of the Skolian Empire (Primary Inversion; The Radiant Seas; etc.) is a freestanding page-turner as a romance, with a hard science framework." Publisher's Weekly

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"The Quantum Rose is a pure gift to fans of everything from fantasy romance to romantic science fiction. Asaro uses dazzling imagery, superb storytelling ability, interesting science, and intriguing drama, to spin a story that will keep you turning the pages." Preeti Singh, The Romance Reader

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A New Adventure in the Saga of the Skolian Empire.

Kamoj Argali is the young ruler of an impoverished province on a backward planet. To keep her people from starving, she has agreed to marry Jax Ironbridge, the boorish and brutal ruler of a prosperous province. But before Argali and Ironbridge are wed, a mysterious stranger from a distant planet sweeps in and forces Kamoj into marriage, throwing her world into utter chaos.

"Fans of futuristic romance will revel in the delights of a top notch romantic adventure set against an impeccably crafted, richly imagined background. . . . Connoisseurs of good science writing, vivid imagery and powerful emotional intensity are in for a real treat."-Romantic Times (4 1/2 stars)

Synopsis:

A New Adventure in the Saga of the Skolian Empire.

Kamoj Argali is the young ruler of an impoverished province on a backward planet. To keep her people from starving, she has agreed to marry Jax Ironbridge, the boorish and brutal ruler of a prosperous province. But before Argali and Ironbridge are wed, a mysterious stranger from a distant planet sweeps in and forces Kamoj into marriage, throwing her world into utter chaos.

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libraryelf, May 25, 2008 (view all comments by libraryelf)
Quantum Rose was my first Skolian Empire novel. I was hooked by the end of the first chapter. A have read all of the series and Quantum Rose remains my favorite. If you are curious about Asaro's books this is a great place to start.
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Product Details

ISBN:
9780812568837
Author:
Asaro, Catherine
Publisher:
Tor Books
Location:
New York
Subject:
Science Fiction - General
Subject:
Science fiction
Subject:
Life on other planets
Subject:
Science / General
Subject:
Skolian Empire (Imaginary place)
Copyright:
Edition Number:
1st mass market ed.
Series Volume:
8
Publication Date:
January 2000
Binding:
Mass Market Paperbound
Language:
English
Pages:
419
Dimensions:
6.74x4.20x1.14 in. .45 lbs.

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