Bound

An Alex Verus Novel from the New Master of Magical London
Series: Alex Verus
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Bound by Benedict Jacka delves into the trials of Alex Verus, a mage with the unique ability to foresee potential futures. Caught in a precarious situation, he is compelled to undertake perilous tasks for a council of mages while grappling with the shifting alliances and schemes of power-hungry adversaries. In a world rich with magic and danger, Alex must navigate these challenges, balancing personal stakes with the broader conflicts of the magical universe.
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You might like this book if you're a fan of thrilling urban fantasy that seamlessly blends magic and intrigue. It features a clever protagonist navigating a world filled with complex alliances and perilous choices, perfect for readers who enjoy a fast-paced narrative with plenty of twists and magical action.

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Bound

The eighth novel in the urban fantasy series which began with Fated: the Alex Verus novels are magic-filled fan favourites, perfect for readers of Jim Butcher and Ben Aaronovitch

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Alex Verus can see the future. But he never thought he'd see this day.

Manoeuvred by forces beyond his control, the probability mage has made a terrible choice: he's agreed to work for his old master once more.

Richard Drakh, the sadistic dark mage Alex escaped as an apprentice, has him in his clutches again. And this time, he won't let go so easily.

Discover the thrilling twists and turns in Bound by Benedict Jacka.

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Bound by Benedict Jacka is praised for its thrilling, urban fantasy setting in magical London and has drawn favourable comparisons to characters like Harry Dresden. It's been highlighted for delivering an exciting and engrossing narrative, adding Jacka to many readers' must-read lists.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780356507194

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 April 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orbit

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 416

About the Author

Benedict Jacka is the author of the Alex Verus series, which began in 2012 with Fated and ended in 2021 with Risen. He's studied philosophy at Cambridge, taught English in China, and worked at everything from civil servant to bouncer before becoming a full-time writer. For information about his books, settings, and releases, check his website at benedictjacka.co.uk or his Twitter at @benedictjacka.

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