Rice City

City of Brass Book Description Amazon | Barnes & Noble | LibraryJournal | SyFy Wire | It was included in Vulture's selection of the best fantasy books of the year. Best First Novel Nominee (2018) World Fantasy Award, Best Novel Nominee (2018) British Fantasy Award (2018) River never believed in magic. He was undoubtedly powerful; He was one of eighteenth-century Cairo's most skilled swindlers. He knew better than anyone that the services he offered—palm readings, exorcisms, and healing amulets—were tricks, yet a great way to both survive and defraud the Ottoman elite. However, when Nehir accidentally summoned Dara, who is as cunning and darkly mysterious as herself, from another world, she was forced to reconsider her beliefs. Dara told him an incredible story: where the hot, windswept sands teemed with fire creatures, where legendary marids slept in the rivers; Beyond the ruins of once-great human cities and mountains above which huge birds of prey circled, lay the legendary rice city of Divyurdu. The city that is absolutely connected to the river. In Divyland, within gilded brass walls laced with spells and behind the six gates of the six genie tribes, old animosities ran deep. When Nehir decided to step into this world, the tenuous peace was disrupted. Despite Dara's warnings, Nehir formed a hesitant friendship with the idealistic prince Alizeyd, who dreamed of changing his father's corrupt rule. Rivers soon discovers that no amount of magic can protect her from the dangers of the intricate game of thrones, that even the cleverest plans can have deadly consequences... and that there's a reason they say "be careful what you wish for." "Even just a few pages will ensnare you with its magic." Robin Hobb, Author of the Farseer Series "From City of Brass, Baghdad to Fairbanks brings together all readers with incredibly different worlds through a common language and extraordinary images." New York Times Book Review "Chakraborty brings many touches of fiction with his vivid narration. It adds surprise and handles the action with a wry sense of humor. This book has everything needed to create a potential series: a scrappy, independent main character reminiscent of Rey in Star Wars, and a richly imagined alternative world." Publishers Weekly " It's hard to describe how magnificent and multi-layered this fantasy novel is."Syfy Wire "Poetic... Chakraborty's take on Middle Eastern history, folklore, and culture inspires a fast-paced plot, delicately drawn characters, and a fascinating, beautifully constructed world." "Library Journal "The City of Brass is the best fantasy novel I have read since The Name of the Wind (by Patrick Rothfussun). Stunning and complex, powerful and incredible. You should definitely read it."Sabaa Tahir, Author of Ashes and Korun "I finished City of Brass quickly, I can't wait to read what happens next."Peter V. Brett, Author of Demon Cycle Series "With its fast pace, strong characters and immersive world, this is SA Chakraborty's debut novel will leave the reader wanting more. A spectacular flying carpet adventure full of demons." Michael J. Sullivan, Author of the Age of Epics "A true reading feast: Humorous and bloody, dazzlingly magical and yet realistic." Laini Taylor, Author of the Daughter of Smoke and Bone Series "A rich masterpiece . Chakraborty's debut novel is filled with desire and shrouded in intrigue; It has a world so delicious and fascinating characters that you'll want to sink your teeth into it. A must read."Roshani Chokshi, Author of The Star-Strapped QueenLocus Prize (From the Promotional Bulletin)