The Lies of Locke Lamora

In the city of Camorr, a place where the rich indulge in grand opulence and the poor scrape by in the shadow of relics from a forgotten age, there thrives a legend. They say the Thorn of Camorr can outfight anyone, steal from the rich to give to the poor, and is more myth than man. They are wrong on all counts.

Locke Lamora, the infamous Thorn of Camorr, is neither exceptionally tall nor an expert swordsman. What truly sets Locke apart are his unparalleled wit and cunning. Unlike the stories, Locke does not rob the wealthy to aid the less fortunate but to enrich himself and his close-knit group of con artists known as the Gentleman Bastards. They operate in the murky depths and glittering heights of Camorr, a city constructed from otherworldly Elderglass by an ancient, forgotten race.

Hidden within deceit and theatrics, Locke and his crew navigate the labyrinthine streets, grandiose palaces, and treacherous canals of their city. Camorr is a city teeming with an eclectic mix of characters: Dons and merchants, soldiers and beggars, and even feral children who roam its winding paths. Over all of them looms the dark figure of Capa Barsavi, the criminal kingpin who orchestrates the city's underworld.

Scott Lynch weaves a gripping tale of adventure, betrayal, and camaraderie in The Lies of Locke Lamora. His richly detailed world-building and complex character dynamics will ensnare you from the first page. As Locke and his fellow Gentleman Bastards carry out elaborate heists and schemes, they must contend with rival gangs, duplicitous nobility, and far more sinister forces that threaten not just their lives but the very fabric of their city.

The Lies of Locke Lamora is a masterful blend of dark fantasy and action, perfect for readers who enjoy intricate plots, vivid characterisation, and a touch of the unexpected. Experience the thrill of a heist thriller set within a mesmerising fantasy landscape, where nothing is ever quite as it seems.