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The Priory of the Orange Tree

The Priory of the Orange Tree

The Roots of Chaos: Book 1

By Samantha Shannon

Book Details

ASIN: B07DDGX4KY

ISBN-10: 9781635570281

ISBN-13: 978-1635570281

Published: February 26, 2019

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Print length: 849 pages

A divided world. A fragile throne. An ancient terror rising.

For a thousand years, the House of Berethnet has ruled the queendom of Inys, holding at bay a long-dormant evil. But now, Queen Sabran the Ninth faces a deadly reality—without an heir to continue her bloodline, her kingdom’s protection may fail. As assassins close in and unrest grows, the fate of her realm hangs by a thread.

At her side stands Ead Duryan, a lady-in-waiting who is more than she seems. Bound to a secret society of mages, Ead uses forbidden magic to protect the queen, even as she risks everything to conceal her true allegiance.

Across the sea, Tané has dedicated her life to becoming a dragonrider, training with unwavering discipline for the honor of serving her people. But when faced with an impossible choice, her path begins to unravel—setting her on a course that could alter the fate of nations.

As tensions between East and West deepen and ancient forces stir from their slumber, these women’s lives become intertwined in a battle that will determine the future of their world.

Epic, immersive, and richly imagined, The Priory of the Orange Tree is a sweeping fantasy of dragons, magic, and destiny—where courage, loyalty, and sacrifice will shape the fate of kingdoms.

About the Author

Samantha Shannon is a New York Times and #1 Sunday Times bestselling author, best known for her imaginative fantasy worlds and richly layered storytelling. She is the creator of The Bone Season, a globally acclaimed series that has captivated readers with its bold vision and intricate worldbuilding.

Shannon studied English Language and Literature at University of Oxford from 2010 to 2013, a background that informs the depth and literary quality of her work. Her novel The Priory of the Orange Tree marked her first standalone book outside of her series and has sold over a million copies in English alone. It was also a finalist for the Lambda Literary Awards in 2020. Its prequel, A Day of Fallen Night, went on to win the gold medal in the Fantasy category at the Ippy Awards in 2024.

Her novels have been translated into more than twenty-seven languages, reaching readers around the world. She continues to expand her storytelling universe with new installments, including The Dark Mirror (2025), the fifth book in The Bone Season series.