![]() ![]() But when the Chancellor succumbs to an unknown poison and an army storms the gates, the so-called Bright City is completely unprepared. Until now, peace has reigned in Silasta for hundreds of years. While other women of the city hold positions of power and responsibility, her path is full of secrets and lies - some hidden even from her own brother. His sister Kalina is too frail to share in their secret family duty. In reality, Jovan has been trained for most of his life to detect, concoct and withstand poisons in order to protect the ruling family. The quiet, forgettable friend of the Chancellor’s charming, irresponsible heir. To most, he is just another son of the ruling class. Only a handful of people in Silasta know Jovan’s real purpose in life. ![]() I was seven years old the first time my uncle poisoned me … ‘A compelling fantasy whodunit - imagine Agatha Christie channelled through Robin Hobb - and a page-turning coming-of-age tale’ Guardian _ THE ACCLAIMED, AWARD-WINNING DEBUT FANTASY ![]() Set in a world of subterfuge, treachery and the poisoner’s art, this bold and exciting debut epic fantasy introduces a remarkable new talent to the genre and is a must-read for fans, from Joe Abercrombie and Terry Brooks to Robin Hobb and Scott Lynch … ![]()
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