They are profoundly decent and their moral compass is on point, even when dealt with circumstances that are, to say the least, challenging. Tain, Jovan and Kalina are exactly the type of characters I crave. A few months ago, I wrote about how nice protagonists are my favourites and how I wish to see more of them in fantasy. These three characters are, without a doubt, why I adored City of Lies. Both are at the service of the Chancellor and his heir, Tain, as it is tradition in their family. The story is told from the alterning points of view of Jovan and his sister Kalina. Have you ever encountered books that push all the right buttons, play all the right notes, tick all the boxes - in short, fit so well your tastes that it feels like it was written for you?Ĭity of Lies is that kind of book for me. I received a digital ARC from the publisher, Tor, via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. 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. 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.
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