The Cloven King

THE CLOVEN KING by Luke Prochnow is centred around teenager protagonist Verth, who lives simply in an elven fishing village, yet has strange and powerful origins. The narrative speeds up from an incident at Verth’s village, casting doubt on his identity and setting him on an arduous journey. The author uses vivid visual imagery and fluid, beautiful prose to paint a moving picture of the book’s varied settings, such as Verth’s pastoral village. The plot is fast-paced and bolstered by unlikely twists and suspense. Fans of compelling storytelling and coming-of-age themes will enjoy this book.