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Shadow Baron by Davinia Evans is a compelling adventure in a richly constructed fantasy world, where the legacy of ancient realms intertwines with modern struggles. As characters embark on a journey marked by intrigue and powerful forces, they navigate a landscape where secrets and shadows hold sway. The narrative blends elements of sci-fi and fantasy, offering readers an immersive experience filled with unexpected twists and fascinating lore.
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You might enjoy this book if you are drawn to tales of intrigue and adventure, set in a richly imagined universe that blurs the lines between science fiction and fantasy. Its captivating characters and thrilling plot twists make for a compelling read that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Ideal for readers who appreciate a strong narrative and world-building that transports them to another realm.

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The thrilling sequel to Davinia Evans's wickedly entertaining debut fantasy follows our favourite irreverent alchemists, high society ladies, and swashbuckling street gangs as they wrestle with the nature of reality itself.

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'A firework of a fantasy novel: vibrant, explosive, deliciously dangerous and impossibly fun. A must-read debut' — Tasha Suri, author of The Jasmine Throne

Siyon Velo might be acknowledged as the Alchemist. He may have even stabilised the planes and stopped Bezim from ever shaking into the sea again. But that doesn't mean he has any idea what he's doing—and it won't be long before everyone knows it.

Then mythical creatures once confined to operas and myths are spotted around Bezim. A djinn invades one of Zagiri's garden parties, and whispers of a naga slithering through the Flower District are all Anahid hears at the card table.

Magic is waking up in the Mundane. It's up to Siyon to figure out a way to stop it, or everything he's worked hard to save will come crashing down.

Praise for this series:

'From the razor-sharp social climbing to the glimmering alchemist's library to the hidden realms beneath it all, I loved getting lost in this dazzling debut' — S. A. Chakraborty, author of The City of Brass

Notorious Sorcerer's unique magic system adds to this delightful fantasy setting, leaving readers eagerly anticipating the next book in the Burnished City series'Booklist

Notorious Sorcerer feels like a dream you don't want to wake from. . . I devoured it and want more! — Melissa Caruso, author of The Obsidian Tower

'A delightful and fast-paced ride full of flashy swordplay, high society, and thrilling magic. . . Sheer, glorious fun!' — Freya Marske, author of A Marvellous Light

Notorious Sorcerer is a real delight, with compelling characters and wonderful worldbuilding that sucks the reader in and keeps them engaged from beginning to end — Mike Brooks, author of The Black Coast

'A brilliant alchemical recipe! Notorious Sorcerer is a delicious melange of my favourite things, remixing historical magic with class consciousness. I couldn't put it down' — Olivia Atwater, author of Half a Soul

If you like a healthy dollop of rollicking fun with your epic fantasy, this is the book for you' — Megan Bannen, author of The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy

Series: Burnished City Trilogy

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    From one of the most exciting new voices in fantasy comes the satisfying conclusion to Davinia Evans's wickedly entertaining debut trilogy full of monsters, mayhem, dangerous society ladies, and a dragon who holds the fate of the most famous alchemist of all in her claws. Siyon Velo has given magic back to the Mundane. But with it, monsters of myth...
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  • Shadow Baron
    'A firework of a fantasy novel: vibrant, explosive, deliciously dangerous and impossibly fun. A must-read debut' — Tasha Suri, author of The Jasmine Throne Siyon Velo might be acknowledged as the Alchemist. He may have even stabilised the planes and stopped Bezim from ever shaking into the sea again. But that doesn't mean he has any idea what he's doing—and...
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  • Notorious Sorcerer
    Notorious Sorcerer is a firework of a fantasy novel: vibrant, explosive, deliciously dangerous and impossibly fun. A must-read debut. Welcome to Bezim, where tribes of sword-slinging bravi race through the night, and where rich and idle alchemists make magic out of mixing the four planes of reality. Siyon Velo, Dockside brat turned petty alchemist, scrapes a living hopping between the...
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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780356518695

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 November 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orbit

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 38.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 320g

Pages: 464

About the Author

Davinia Evans was born in the tropics and raised on British comedy. With a lifelong fantasy-reading habit and an honours thesis in political strategy, it was perhaps inevitable that she turn to a life of crafting stories full of sneaky ratbags tangling with magic. She lives in Melbourne, Australia, with two humans (one large and one small), a neurotic cat, and a cellar full of craft beer. Dee talks more about all of that on Twitter as @cupiscent

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    From one of the most exciting new voices in fantasy comes the satisfying conclusion to Davinia Evans's wickedly entertaining debut trilogy full of monsters, mayhem, dangerous society ladies, and a dragon who holds the fate of the most famous alchemist of all in her claws. Siyon Velo has given magic back to the Mundane. But with it, monsters of myth...
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