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Taken

An Alex Verus Novel from the New Master of Magical London
By Benedict Jacka
Series: Alex Verus
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Taken by Benedict Jacka follows the story of Alex Verus, a mage in London who runs a magic shop. He becomes embroiled in a mystery involving several missing apprentices from magical backgrounds. As Alex digs deeper, he unravels a dangerous game of power and deceit that tests his skills and his alliances.
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If you're captivated by urban fantasy with a clever mix of mystery and magic, this book may appeal to you. It features a skilled mage who navigates London's magical underworld, blending adventure with captivating supernatural elements to keep you engrossed.

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Taken

Third book in a compelling new urban fantasy series set in Camden, featuring Alex Verus

* Review copy mailing to the genre and blogging press * Featured on www.orbitbooks.net and in the Orbit ezine * Author website at www.benedictjacka.co.uk

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Welcome to Fountain Reach. Ancient seat of the Aubuchon dynasty. Majestic setting of the White Stone tournament.

Alex Verus' (not necessarily reliable) reputation attracts all sorts. Most are plain bonkers. Yet there's one invitation he just can't refuse.

At Fountain Reach, Alex is perfectly placed among the noted and notorious to figure out why apprentices have been vanishing. But the tournament is a minefield of ancient grudges and new threats, and Alex can't afford to miss a trick as his elusive adversary stays one step ahead in this most dangerous of games.

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Taken by Benedict Jacka receives praise for its thrilling and compelling writing, offering an engaging urban fantasy experience. Readers liken it to the works of Jim Butcher, appreciating the protagonist, Alex Verus, as a clever and relatable character navigating a perilous magical world. The series is noted for its enjoyable depiction of London's secret wizardry, laden with excitement and adventure.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780356500263

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 September 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orbit

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 336

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Benedict Jacka Fantasy Fiction General Fiction Sci-Fi & Fantasy Series: Alex Verus

About the Author

Benedict Jacka became a writer almost by accident, when at 19 he sat in his school library and began writing in the back of an exercise book. Since then he has worked for the civil service, studied philosophy at Cambridge and been a bouncer, but has always found the time to keep writing.

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