The Lies of Locke Lamora
Collector's Tenth Anniversary Edition
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Orion Publishing Co
Published:15th Sep '16
Should be back in stock very soon
Scott Lynch's The Lies of Locke Lamora follows the adventures of a clever thief navigating the dangerous city of Camorr amidst rising tensions and rivalries.
In The Lies of Locke Lamora, Scott Lynch introduces readers to the clever and cunning Locke Lamora, a master thief in the bustling city of Camorr. This special edition commemorates a decade of Locke's adventures, exploring the world of the Gentleman Bastards. Locke is not your typical hero; he is slender, average in height, and decidedly unskilled with a sword. Instead, his greatest weapons are his sharp wit and unparalleled cunning, as he navigates a world filled with crime and deception.
Set in a city built of Elderglass, Camorr is a vibrant yet dangerous place, filled with a diverse cast of characters ranging from noble Dons to desperate beggars. Locke and his band of fellow con-artists, known as the Gentleman Bastards, operate within this intricate web of society, stealing from the rich while leaving the poor to fend for themselves. As whispers of a new power emerge in the form of the mysterious Grey King, tensions rise, and the balance of power in Camorr is threatened.
Readers will be drawn into a narrative rich with intrigue, humor, and unexpected twists. As Locke Lamora faces challenges from rival criminals and the looming threat of the Grey King, the stakes become higher than ever. This collectible edition celebrates the enduring legacy of The Lies of Locke Lamora, inviting both new and returning fans to immerse themselves in Lynch's masterfully crafted world.
The Lies of Locke Lamora, exports the suspense and wit of a cleverly constructed crime caper into an exotic realm of fantasy, and the result is engagingly entertaining * The Times *
Fresh, original, and engrossing . . . gorgeously realized * George R.R. Martin *
The Lies of Locke Lamora is one of my top ten books ever. Maybe my top five. If you haven't read it, you should * Patrick Rothfuss *
A great, swashbuckling yarn of a novel * Richard Morgan *
Filled with thievery goodness, hilarious turns of phrase and description, and some truly harebrained schemes, The Lies of Locke Lamora belongs on any fantasy fans bookshelf * The Fantasy Book Review *
This extremely well-written tale of avarice and brotherhood is a treasure of gold * Novel Notions *
A rewarding read, well written, and entertaining * Mark Lawrence *
[This book] stole hours of sleep. It wrapped me in cozy myth. It gave me the blessing of feeling like a kid again * Pierce Brown *
If you like intelligent funny dialogue, clever protagonists facing equally clever antagonists, and vivid original world building, Scott Lynch is your guy * Rick Riordan *
- Short-listed for World Fantasy Award 2007 (UK)
ISBN: 9781473216792
Dimensions: 204mm x 136mm x 44mm
Weight: 559g
656 pages