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  • Tress of the Emerald Sea

  • A Cosmere Novel
  • By: Brandon Sanderson
  • Narrated by: Michael Kramer
  • Length: 12 hrs and 27 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (2,761 ratings)

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Tress of the Emerald Sea

By: Brandon Sanderson
Narrated by: Michael Kramer
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Publisher's summary

#1 New York Times bestselling author Brandon Sanderson expands his Cosmere universe shared by The Stormlight Archive and Mistborn with a new standalone novel for everyone who loved The Princess Bride. Narrated by Michael Kramer.

The only life Tress has known on her island home in an emerald-green ocean has been a simple one, with the simple pleasures of collecting cups brought by sailors from faraway lands and listening to stories told by her friend Charlie. But when his father takes him on a voyage to find a bride and disaster strikes, Tress must stow away on a ship and seek the Sorceress of the deadly Midnight Sea. Amid the spore oceans where pirates abound, can Tress leave her simple life behind and make her own place sailing a sea where a single drop of water can mean instant death?

Note from Brandon:

I started writing this in secret, as a novel just for my wife. She urged me to share it with the world—and alongside three other secret novels, with the support of readers worldwide it grew into the biggest Kickstarter campaign of all time. I’m excited to present this first book to you at last: a different type of Brandon Sanderson story, one I wrote when there were no time constraints, no expectations, and no limits on my imagination. Come be part of the magic.

©2023 Dragonsteel, LLC (P)2023 Dragonsteel, LLC
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Cozy yet epic fantasy

A fantasy fairytale done through Brandon Sanderson’s eyes. Clean, witty, sweet, with a tad of sass, and utterly interesting 😊

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Whimsical

I loved how the author at time followed typical fantasy tropes and at others teased and made fun of those same tropes. It made me smile :)

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Typical…

entertaining enough until it becomes excellent, then the WOW moment. He’s written nothing I have not LOVED.

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A creative reimagining of a pirate’s tale

Well formed characters you can invest in. A plot that’s twisty enough to keep you interested throughout and frightfully delightful descriptions. It’s a fantastic ride, people. Strap in.

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Wow Brandon

Brandon you’ve done it again what a great great book you’ve made. I can’t wait to read the rest of the projects. Thank you for everything you’ve done for us.

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Charming and another great world building.

I loved going into a world full of new ways people live and who doesn’t love a little more peek behind the life of Hoyt. Have fun reading this emerald gem.

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Sanderson's absolute best!!

This to me seems pure insight into the mind of the author. Will definitely reread.

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the story, the writing, and the narrator

I loved everything about this book! it will definitely go on my favorites list. sanderson has a way with words and the narrator did a fantastic job!

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A Must Read!

A fun, swashbuckling adventure, beautifully told and packed with fantastic insights about what it means to be human. Just a beautiful story.

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Fun, whimsical, entertaining and cheeky!

If you are a Brandon Sanderson fan this book has a fun, unique tone that is wildly entertaining and subtly different. I found myself smiling a lot during this book. Prepare for a very enjoyable ride on a journey by a determined and sensible young woman.

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