Vow of Thieves (Dance of Thieves Series #2)

by Mary E. Pearson Narrated by Karissa Vacker, James Patrick Cronin, Ann Marie Lee

Overview

The thrilling sequel to Dance of Thieves, featuring danger, deception, and romance.

Kazi and Jase have survived, stronger and more in love than ever. Their new life now lies before them--the Ballengers will be outlaws no longer, Tor's Watch will be a kingdom, and the two of them will meet all challenges side by side, together at last.

But an ominous warning mars their journey back, and in their rush to return to Tor's Watch, just outside the fortress walls, they are violently attacked and torn apart--and each is thrust into their own new hell.

Unsure whether the other is alive or dead, Kazi and Jase must keep their wits among their greatest enemies and unlikeliest allies. And all the while, Death watches and waits.

Includes a Bonus PDF of a Kingdoms of the Remnant map.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

"This breathtaking sequel to Dance of Thieves delivers." —Booklist, starred review

"A smashing, satisfying adventure." —Kirkus Reviews

"Intense, thrilling, and clever . . . a can’t miss book for fans of YA fantasy." —YA Books Central

Dance of Thieves:

“A brilliant fantasy with a boldly beating heart. Mary E. Pearson is a fearless storyteller—I’m still trying to catch my breath from this book.” —Stephanie Garber, New York Times–bestselling author of Caraval and Legendary

"The slow-burning, seductive romance never overwhelms the intricate plot, which is built with layers upon layers of twists, reveals, and double-crosses." —Booklist

"This novel has it all—romance, conflict, danger, and humor." —School Library Journal

"Pearson is a gifted storyteller and spinner of eminently satisfying romances and fantasy." —Publishers Weekly
The Beauty of Darkness:

"Pearson has created such a dynamic and inspiring heroine. . . . Fantasy fans will love this marvelous, high-action conclusion to the trilogy." —School Library Journal

"Full and rich." —Booklist

"Pearson is an excellent storyteller . . . . She brings an ambitious trilogy to a rousing conclusion." —The Horn Book

The Heart of Betrayal:

A New York Times Bestseller

"It's rare that the second book in a series is as good–or perhaps better–than the first, but that's the case here. . . . Anticipation for the next volume will start as soon as this one is put down." —Booklist, starred review

The Kiss of Deception:

"Pearson (the Jenna Fox Chronicles) is off to an extraordinary start with her fantasy series, creating an alluring world and romance that's ideal for fans of Kristin Cashore and Megan Whalen Turner." —Publishers Weekly, starred review

"Pearson offers readers a wonderfully full-bodied story: harrowing, romantic, and full of myth and memory, fate and hope." —Booklist, starred review

"Romance, adventure, mysticism–this book has it all and it just may be the next YA blockbuster." —School Library Journal, starred review

School Library Journal - Audio

03/01/2020

Gr 7 Up—In this sequel to Dance of Thieves, Kazi and Jase are together and in love. But while returning home to Tor's Watch, they are brutally attacked and separated, not knowing if the other is still alive. Kazi is kept prisoner and forced by the king to renounce Jase. Jase has been badly hurt and may not survive; his lands have been usurped by the king, and his family is in hiding. Will the two be able to overcome this evil threat to their kingdom? Multiple perspectives in alternating chapters add depth to this richly detailed novel. Karissa Vacker narrates the chapters from Kazi's point of view, James Patrick Cronin performs Jase's chapters, and the resonant voice of Ann Marie Lee introduces each chapter with a character quote. The narrators do an excellent job reading both male and female characters. Vacker's mesmerizing voice seduces listeners into Kazi's life, while Cronin has a more upbeat approach to his narrative. The action-packed sequences are read with suspense and excitement and will keep listeners on the edge of their seats all the way to the thrilling conclusion. VERDICT Give this to high fantasy fans, admirers of Mary E. Pearson's "Remnant Chronicles" series, and, of course, Dance of Thieves devotees.—Julie Paladino, formerly with East Chapel Hill High School, Chapel Hill, NC

Kirkus Reviews

2019-05-22
Kazi and Jase's trials continue in the sequel to Dance of Thieves (2018).

Elite soldier (and skilled thief) Kazi and Jase Ballenger, new head of his dynastic family, are madly in love and arriving back at Jase's home of Tor's Watch after a productive meeting with the Queen of Venda. They have good news for Jase's people and are eager to share it, but a reunion with his family is not to be: A power-hungry schemer has taken over Tor's Watch. He has years of simmering resentment fueling his rage, not to mention a band of mercenaries at his command. And now he has Kazi. Jase must rally his allies to bring down a truly vile and cunning villain, but don't count Kazi out. She has a few tricks up her sleeve, although an old enemy lurks in the shadows. Readers unfamiliar with the first volume might get a bit lost, but those who like their fantasy dark, dark, dark will be thrilled, because there will be blood-buckets of it. Kazi and Jase's every victory is hard won and their loyalty to each other, their family, and the people who depend on them never wavers. Pearson throws in lots of crowd-pleasing twists along with brutal, unflinching battle scenes and oodles of intrigue. Most main characters assume a white default.

A smashing, satisfying adventure. (Fantasy. 14-18)

Product Details

BN ID:	2940169154580
Publisher:	Penguin Random House
Publication date:	08/06/2019
Series:	Dance of Thieves Series , #2
Edition description:	Unabridged
Sales rank:	697,603
Age Range:	14 - 17 Years

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