And what I really liked about the book, was the way you were introduced to the world building in a slow drip – similar to how the characters slowly learn about their world as well. There’s a lot of political negotiations and talk but was kept engaging throughout. The interactions between our protagonists and the different chancellors were interesting and enjoyable. The city itself, where most of the story takes place, is well structured and considered the jewel of the world. The story kicks off with a bang and an intriguing mystery from the start, and as a long-time mystery fan, I always enjoy that in my fantasy. There’s a lot to like about this book, and I only have a few minor issues. And now there’s a rebellion uprising that’s threatening the city.
However, when his uncle is murdered by an unknown poison, Jovan and Kalina are determined to figure out what happened. Jovan is a tester in training, learning from his uncle who protects the chancellor from poison. Our two main protagonists, Jovan and Kalina, are siblings who work for the heir to the chancellorship of the country. In fact, instead of following the assassins, we follow the man who stops the assassinations (and his sister). The book is fairly different from a lot of fantasy, as we don’t follow characters who are super powered or have the typical assassin type skills. Oh, and there’s also a huge threat looming right out the front door. This book is essentially a low-fantasy murder mystery book set within a city. Ever since I saw the cover reveal for the sequel, and then saw the cover for this one, I knew I had to read them. 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.Ĭity of Lies, Sam Hawke’s debut, has been on my TBR for quite a while.
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
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