Spanish Cosmere Novel Gets March Release
Spanish Cosmere fans are excited about high-quality covers for *Rull del Mar Maragda* (Tress of the Emerald Sea), a standalone Cosmere novel from DunaLlibres slated for late March. The book is one of Sanderson's secret projects that was revealed during his record-breaking Kickstarter campaign. Posts about the Spanish edition covers garnered 21-42 likes, showing strong anticipation for the localized release.
The "Secret Projects" Kickstarter in 2022 became the most successful in the platform's history, raising over $41.7 million from 185,341 backers. The campaign's initial goal was to raise $1 million in 30 days, a target it surpassed in about 35 minutes. *Tress of the Emerald Sea* was the first of four secret novels offered through the campaign. Backers received their exclusive copies starting January 1, 2023, with a general public release following shortly after. Inspired by *The Princess Bride*, the book is a standalone story within Sanderson's broader Cosmere universe. The Cosmere is the overarching, interconnected universe where many of Sanderson's fantasy novels are set. While books like *Tress of the Emerald Sea* can be read on their own, they all share a single creation myth and cosmology, and characters can sometimes appear in different series. The novel has been described by reviewers as a whimsical and imaginative fairytale romance. Its protagonist, Tress, is not a typical hero with magical powers but is celebrated for her cleverness and kindness in the face of challenges. The narrative is also noted for its unique "cozy fantasy" feel and a distinctive storytelling voice, as it is narrated by a recurring Cosmere character named Hoid.
