The Flaw in All Magic

The Flaw in All Magic by Ben S. Dobson is a fantasy novel published by Independently Published on February 3, 2018. This edition spans 217 pages and is presented in English. The story unfolds in a city where magic is a fundamental part of life, focusing on Tane Carver, a human without magical abilities who must rely on his intellect to navigate a world filled with elves, dwarves, and mages. After being expelled from a prestigious university for his lack of magical talent, Tane finds himself embroiled in a murder investigation that challenges everything he thought he knew about magic and his own capabilities.

Readers will encounter a blend of urban fantasy elements as Tane teams up with an unlikely partner, Kadka, a half-orc with a chaotic disposition, while confronting both personal and external challenges. The narrative explores themes of intellect versus magical prowess, as Tane seeks to solve the murder of a student under seemingly impossible circumstances. With the added complication of an old flame as the head constable and a masked mage intent on his demise, Tane’s journey is one of survival and cunning. This edition invites readers to delve into a world where the true nature of magic is questioned, and the flaws inherent in its wielders become a focal point of the story.