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  • The Sea Watch

  • Shadows of the Apt
  • By: Adrian Tchaikovsky
  • Narrated by: Ben Allen
  • Length: 27 hrs and 13 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (145 ratings)

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The Sea Watch

By: Adrian Tchaikovsky
Narrated by: Ben Allen
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Summary

The Sea Watch is the sixth book in the critically acclaimed epic fantasy series Shadows of the Apt by Adrian Tchaikovsky, winner of the Arthur C. Clarke Award.

Danger lurks beneath dark waters....

A shadow is falling over Collegium. Despite the tenuous peace, Stenwold Maker knows that the Empire will return for his city. Even as he tries to prepare for the resurgence of the black-and-gold army, a hidden threat is working against his people. Ships that sail from Collegium's harbour are being attacked, sunk by pirates. Some just go missing....

Lulled by the spread of lies and false promises, Stenwold's allies are falling away. He faces betrayal on every side, and the Empire is just waiting for the first sign of weakness to strike. But they are not the only power that has its eyes on Collegium. And even with all their military strength and technology, they may not be powerful enough to stave off the forces massing in the darkness.

The Sea Watch is followed by the seventh book in the Shadows of the Apt series, Heirs of the Blade.

©2020 Adrian Tchaikovsky (P)2020 Macmillan Publishers International Limited
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An original idea that only Adrian could have given justice

An original idea that only Adrian could have given justice as only he understands the animal kingdom in such a unique way.

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Apt and on point

Continuing the series, Adrian Tchaikovsky has maintained a startling good epic with equally good developments and branches.

This is such a good story.

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Swashbuckling, political intrigue and death

Just about right. The book starts off slow in political intrigue and new facts, which if you've read up until now is a fair bit to take in. We then get battles, treacherous deeds and it all feels "pirates of the carribean" for a while. It wains a bit three quarters through, then it doesn't dissappoint with a thrilling end. I do wonder if Adrian is writing these books For a Netflix deal though. Still, the insight into collegeum politics was welcome, and the additions, well he's obviously not shy of a challenge is Mr Allen.

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Just can’t get enough

I Just can’t get enough of this series. The author continues to amaze with the depth of his imagination and his ability to enthrall his readership. Looking forward to the next installment with anticipation.

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Great narration for a great book

Excellent continuation of the series. I also love the narration. The story is captivating and the narration really adds to it without being too much.

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better than the last

this series has been amazing. I'm totally hooked and can't wait for the next one. highly recommend

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getting better

I did not expect this.
well established universe.
now focused on action.
simpler than the first ones but filled with more action.

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Brilliant series

How does this guy write so much?! Brilliant series up there with the best fantasy / science fiction

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Imagine writing with bitter sweet overtones

The series is well written and the level of imagination and world building is amazing .However I can see this series on a path to grimdark no payoff endings stupid pointless character deaths etc if you like that then read on as he is a good writer For me however I am done .The seakinden bit too sponge bob like for me but strong characterization make this still worth reading

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