“A compelling fantasy whodunit-imagine Agatha Christie channelled through Robin Hobb-and a page-turning coming-of-age tale.”-The Guardian 'An enormously enjoyable read, one of the best new fantasies I’ve seen in a long time.'-Adrian Tchaikovsky City of Lies is a wonderful read and one that I'd highly recommend to all lovers of fantasy.'-John Gwynne But the heart of the story is the central characters, they’re written with such depth, flawed, human and likeable. 'Absolutely loved this the world building is brilliant, the mystery and crime elements merge seamlessly into a fantastical world of poisoners, warrior-guilds and ancient magic. Hawke writes with nuance about the loves, loyalties, ambitions, and resentments that bind her characters together and threaten to tear them apart.'-Kate Elliott 'Sibling protagonists anchor this twisty story of old grievances coming to a boil. City of Lies got me through sitting seven hours in an airport, and proves that a tale about the one who risks his life to thwart assassins can be as compelling as any assassin’s tale.'-Robin Hobb

'If the first line doesn’t make you buy this book, you should turn in your fantasy-lover’s badge. I don’t read many stories as twisty and unpredictable, especially in the latter chapters, as this one, and I loved what Sam Hawke did.'-Terry Brooks 'A tale of poisoners, deceit and treachery that will surely keep readers entranced.

When the Chancellor succumbs to an unknown poison and an army lays siege to the city, Jovan and his sister Kalina must protect the Heir and save their city-state.īut treachery lurks in every corner, and the ancient spirits of the land are rising.and angry.Īt the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied. In secret, he's a master of poisons and chemicals, trained to protect the Chancellor’s family from treachery. Outwardly, Jovan is the lifelong friend of the Chancellor’s charming, irresponsible Heir. I was seven years old the first time my uncle poisoned me. The Poison Wars begin now, with City of Lies, a fabulous epic fantasy debut by Sam Hawke WINNER of the Ditmar Awards for Best Novel and Best New Talent, the Norma K Hemming Award, and the Aurealis Award for Best Fantasy Novel!

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