City of Lies: A Poison War Novel (The Poison Wars Book 1)

Name: City of Lies: A Poison War Novel (The Poison Wars Book 1)
Price: 18.46 USD
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Rating: 4.2 (429 reviews)
Author: Sam Hawke

by Sam Hawke

Historical Fiction Fantasy

4.2 (429)

4.2 stars from 429 reviews

560 pages~9.3 hr readPublished by Macmillan AudioPublished 2018-01-01

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Perfect for you if...

You want fantasy with intricate plots where characters rely on brains and chemistry rather than swordplay.
You enjoy political intrigue set in a richly detailed city under threat, with multiple layers of conspiracy to untangle.
You appreciate protagonists who are quiet and thoughtful rather than chosen ones destined for greatness.

Maybe not for you if...

You prefer fantasy centred on magic systems and spellcasting over tactical problem-solving.
You want a standalone novel rather than the first book in a series.
You're looking for a fast-paced thriller; this is slower, character-driven worldbuilding.

About this book

Jovan comes from a noble family with a hidden responsibility. While he appears to be a friendly companion to the Chancellor's irresponsible Heir, he is actually a trained master of poisons and chemicals, tasked with protecting the Chancellor's family from betrayal. When the Chancellor dies from an unknown poison and an army besieges the city, Jovan and his sister Kalina must defend the Heir and protect their city-state. Treachery exists throughout the city, and ancient spirits of the land are awakening with hostile intent. This epic fantasy explores themes of poison, war, and supernatural forces converging in a single conflict.

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Currently around #16K in the Kindle store — a steady mid-list seller.

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Currently 4.2★ from 429 reviews

Gaining approximately 1 new review per month. Rating has climbed from 4.1 to 4.2. Recent readers are rating it higher.

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