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Tress of the Emerald Sea

Brandon Sanderson , Howard Lyon

2023 EN ★ 100

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.

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Tress of the Emerald Sea

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 Charlie's 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?

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Why read Tress of the Emerald Sea?

Published in 2023, Tress of the Emerald Sea reflects contemporary themes and storytelling that resonates with today's readers.

It sits at the crossroads of Fantasy, Fiction, and Adventure, making it appealing to readers with varied tastes who enjoy stories that defy easy classification.

Available on Bookble for readers looking to explore Brandon Sanderson's work and build a focused reading list.

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Books like Tress of the Emerald Sea

If you enjoy Brandon Sanderson's voice, explore Mistborn: The Final Empire, The Way of Kings, and The Well of Ascension from the same author to continue in a familiar style.

Within Fantasy, readers who liked Tress of the Emerald Sea often gravitate toward 1984, Project Hail Mary, and Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone — each sharing thematic DNA while offering a different perspective.

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What is Tress of the Emerald Sea about?

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.

Who wrote Tress of the Emerald Sea?

Tress of the Emerald Sea is by Brandon Sanderson, Howard Lyon.

What genre is Tress of the Emerald Sea?

Tress of the Emerald Sea falls within Fantasy, Fiction, and Adventure. Browse related categories on Bookble to find books with a similar style.

When was Tress of the Emerald Sea published?

Tress of the Emerald Sea was first published in 2023 by Brandon Sanderson, Howard Lyon.

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