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Rivers of London

The 10th Anniversary Special Edition
By Ben Aaronovitch
Series: A Rivers of London novel
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In Rivers of London by Ben Aaronovitch, a young police officer finds himself recruited into a secretive branch of the Metropolitan Police that deals with magic and the supernatural. As he learns the art of wizardry, he delves into the hidden world of modern London where river gods and mystical dangers lurk, leading him into a perilous adventure. This thrilling blend of urban fantasy and mystery offers a fresh twist on the classic detective story.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by a blend of urban fantasy and crime procedural. Set in modern-day London, it combines magical elements with the gritty reality of police work, following a detective navigating a city filled with supernatural occurrences. If you appreciate stories where the ordinary meets the extraordinary, this gripping tale may be perfect for you.

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'Ben Aaronovitch's masterfully crafted world of magic, ghosts and gruesome crimes gives the late, great Terry Pratchett a run for his money' The Sun

'Great, great fun' Simon Mayo, Radio 2

This 10th anniversary special edition contains four masterful illustrations, a brand-new map, an illuminating introduction from author Ben Aaronovitch and stunning illustrated endpapers.

My name is Peter Grant, and I used to be a probationary constable in that mighty army for justice known to all right-thinking people as the Metropolitan Police Service, and to everyone else as the Filth.

My story really begins when I tried to take a witness statement from a man who was already dead...

Since its publication in 2011, Rivers of London has grown into an international phenomenon. Embark on your journey to a magical London with this special edition, the perfect escape from the real world to a place you'll never forget.

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Rivers of London by Ben Aaronovitch is praised for its dark humour and likable characters, offering a clever and imaginative tale. Reviews highlight its engaging mix of magic and police procedures, drawing comparisons to the work of Terry Pratchett. Readers find it a charming, fast-paced, and spellbinding entry into fantasy fiction with a brilliantly realised world.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781473234574

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 12 August 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Gollancz

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 34.0mm

Width: 138.0mm

Height: 218.0mm

Weight: 500g

Pages: 400

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About the Author

Before becoming a bestselling author, Ben Aaronovitch was a screenwriter for Doctor Who and a bookseller at Waterstones. He now writes full time, and every book in his Rivers of London series has been a Sunday Times Top Ten bestseller. He is published in 14 languages and has sold more than 2 million copies around the world. Aaronovitch is also a trustee on the board of Cityread London and is a long-time supporter of Nigeria's premiere arts and cultural festival, The Ake Festival. He still lives in London, the city he likes to refer to as 'the capital of the world'.

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