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The Song Rising - Shannon Samantha A stunning new edition of the third novel in the bestselling Bone Season series with gorgeous new cover artwork and updated text, by the bestselling author of The Priory of the Orange Tree.Following a fierce battle for the Rose Crown, Paige Mahoney has risen to the dangerous position of Underqueen, ruling over the clairvoyant syndicate of London. But with vengeful enemies still at large, the task of stabilising the fractured underworld has never seemed so challenging. As Paige rallies her army of criminals, she continues to meet in secret with her former enemy, Arcturus Mesarthim. Should they be discovered, the fragile alliance with the Ranthen will fail. But all bets are off when Scion introduces Senshield, a deadly technology that spells doom for clairvoyants. Now Paige must race against the clock to stop her reign from ending in blood. Review An ebullient, gloriously complicated fantasy . The characters feel grippingly real ― Daily TelegraphLike treasures unearthed by mudlarks, Samantha Shannon's alternative world is studded with fabulous language ― Daily MailShannon's exploration of a futuristic, perilous Europe remains engaging and evocative . The narrative is fuelled by a constant sense of tension ― Publisher's WeeklySamantha's writing shines ― Library JournalThere is so much intrigue and escapade, character development and imagination ― Scotland on SundayShannon's brilliance is that she is not afraid of change, both for her characters and her setting ― IndependentConstant, fast-paced action . Mesmerizing ― Kirkus About the Author Samantha Shannon is the New York Times bestselling author of The Bone Season and The Roots of Chaos series. Her work has been translated into twenty-eight languages. She lives in London.