Dead Lies Dreaming

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Book 1 of the New Management, A new adventure begins in the world of the Laundry Files

By Charles Stross

Series: The New Management

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Dead Lies Dreaming by Charles Stross blends elements of fantasy and science fiction to explore a world where magic has reshaped society. It follows a diverse group of characters entangled in a series of heists and conspiracies amidst a backdrop of a dystopian London. The narrative weaves through challenges involving eldritch forces and shadowy organisations, delivering a thrilling and complex tale.
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You might enjoy this book if you're a fan of urban fantasy mixed with elements of horror and satire. Set in a world where magic and intelligence agencies intertwine, it blends heist-like adventures with the dark humour and fast-paced narrative style that Charles Stross is known for. Perfect for those intrigued by Lovecraftian themes and alternative histories.

Dead Lies Dreaming

A new adventure begins in the bestselling world of the Laundry Files: in a nightmarish vision of a Britain where magic has gone mainstream, a policewoman and a group of petty criminals are pulled into a heist to steal a book of spells that should never be opened . . .

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In a world where magic has gone mainstream, a policewoman and a group of petty criminals are pulled into a heist to find a forbidden book of spells that should never be opened.

A new adventure begins in the world of the Laundry Files.

Dead Lies Dreaming presents a nightmarish vision of a Britain sliding unknowingly towards occult cataclysm...

'Grim, hilarious, inventive - make the video game now please' Tamsyn Muir

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Dead Lies Dreaming by Charles Stross is generally well-received for its intricate plot and engaging style. Reviewers often highlight its blend of horror, satire, and action, alongside a rich narrative woven with themes of power and societal critique. It's noted for its dark humour and inventive approach, with some admirers especially praising Stross's ability to blend mundane reality with the fantastical elements of a dystopian setting. However, a few readers have mentioned that newcomers to the series might find the book complex without familiarity with the broader universe.

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ISBN: 9780356513805

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 June 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orbit

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 32.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 273g

Pages: 400

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About the Author

Charles Stross is a full-time science fiction writer and resident of Edinburgh, Scotland. The author of seven Hugo-nominated novels and winner of three Hugo awards for best novella, two of which are part of the Laundry Files series, Stross's works have been translated into over twelve languages. As the owner of degrees in pharmacy and computer science, he graduated as the world's only academically qualified cyberpunk writer just as cyberpunk died. Today he describes his job as telling lies for money and tormenting his imaginary friends. Follow his blog at http://www.accelerando.org/ and his Twitter feed at @cstross.