Name: The Time of Contempt
Brand: Orbit Books
SKU: 9780316556514
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Author: Andrzej Sapkowski
ISBN: 9780316556514

Author: Andrzej Sapkowski

Paperback·Ages 18+

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At a glance

💀 Tone: Dark, political, intense
⚡ Pace: Medium, escalating
🖤 Vibes: Betrayal, mage politics, rising chaos
👑 Themes: Power, betrayal, destiny
🧠 Mind Game: Strategic, layered
🔥 Hook: A fragile alliance shatters, unleashing chaos that will change the fate of the world.
👀 Perfect For: Fans of political intrigue and complex fantasy worlds
📖 Readers Who’ll Love This: Readers who crave scheming factions, high tension, and unpredictable twists

To protect his ward Ciri, Geralt of Rivia sends her to train with the sorceress Yennefer. But all is not well within the Wizard's Guild in the second novel of the Witcher, Andrzej Sapkowski's groundbreaking epic fantasy series that inspired the hit Netflix show and the blockbuster video games.

The New York Times Bestselling Series

Over Fifteen Million Copies Sold Worldwide

World Fantasy Award Winning Author

David Gemmell Legend Award Winning Author

Named One of the Greatest Book Series of All Time by Forbes

Geralt is a Witcher: guardian of the innocent; protector of those in need; a defender in dark times against some of the most frightening creatures of myth and legend.

His task now is to protect Ciri. A child of prophecy, she will have the power to change the world for good or for ill--but only if she lives to use it.

Witcher collections

The Last Wish

Sword of Destiny

Witcher novels

Blood of Elves

The Time of Contempt

Baptism of Fire

The Tower of Swallows

Lady of the Lake

Season of Storms

Hussite Trilogy

The Tower of Fools

Warriors of God

Translated from original Polish by David French

Book details

Format: Paperback
Reading age: 18+
Pages: 368
Publisher: Orbit Books
Language: English
ISBN: 9780316556514

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About the Author:

Known primarily for his critically acclaimed The Witcher series, Andrzej Sapkowski is a masterful storyteller whose works have captivated fantasy enthusiasts worldwide. His novels blend intricate world-building, morally complex characters, and rich folklore inspired by Central and Eastern European mythology. Sapkowski’s signature writing style combines sharp wit, philosophical undertones, and engaging dialogue, resulting in stories that resonate deeply with readers. Whether experiencing the epic adventures of Geralt of Rivia for the first time or revisiting his gripping tales, Sapkowski’s works promise an unforgettable journey into a vivid and masterfully constructed world of magic, destiny, and humanity.