The Fifth Season (The Broken Earth Trilogy #1) – N.K. Jemisin

On a world constantly threatened by catastrophic seismic disasters known as Seasons, survival depends on strict control and harsh social systems.

When a devastating event signals the start of another apocalyptic era, three women set out on interconnected journeys that will challenge everything their society believes about power, oppression and survival. Bold, original and unforgettable, The Fifth Season is a groundbreaking, Hugo Award-winning fantasy that blends epic world-building with profound human drama.

Widely acclaimed among fantasy readers, it's praised for its extraordinary originality, powerful characters and thought-provoking themes. The unconventional structure takes a few chapters to click, and then it's unforgettable.

Perfect for readers who love

• Apocalyptic fantasy
• Forbidden powers
• Oppressed magic users
• Epic quests
• Multiple perspectives

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Series note

Book 1 of The Broken Earth Trilogy, followed by The Obelisk Gate and The Stone Sky.

A paperback (2015) in Good condition: moderate wear, some page yellowing, all pages present.