![]() The twists and turns our unreliable narrator takes as she pushes the Aurdwynn nobles to rebel reveal her goals yet also expose her loneliness. A highly impressive debut that engages intellectually." - Kirkus Reviews "This is an accomplished debut, with a heroine whose motives are murky, seemingly even to herself. Perfect for those who thrive on fantasy with Machiavellian overtones, this labyrinthine story starts off a wee bit slow but soon enough sets you on the path toward a high-stakes clash you're almost afraid to reach." - Omnivoracious "Dickinson's dense, chewy, deftly orchestrated narrative cleverly exploits fiat money and debt as tools of statecraft. There is so much to admire and so much to mourn throughout the building tragedy of this novel.A crucial, necessary book - a book that looks unflinchingly into the self-replicating virus of empire, asks the hardest questions, and dares to answer them." - NPR.org "A breathtaking contender with George R. I found it impossible not to root for her even amid horrors of her making, to grieve with her and for her at various points, to clench my fists in her defense and in desperate need for her to stay whole. ![]() "A fascinating tale of political intrigue and national unrest." - The Washington Post "Literally breathtaking.Baru Cormorant as a character is magnificent. ![]()
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