The Hod King
The Hod King by Josiah Bancroft, published by Orbit on January 22, 2019, is the third installment in a fantasy series that has garnered attention for its intricate storytelling. This edition spans 624 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows Thomas Senlin and his crew of outcasts as they navigate the dangers of a labyrinthine tower, now separated and facing challenges on their own.
Readers will find a tale filled with intrigue and action as Senlin investigates a plot in the ringdom of Pelphia, infiltrating a bloody arena while dealing with unexpected reunions and gruesome crimes. Meanwhile, Voleta and Iren, posing as a noble lady and her handmaid, must navigate court politics while evading a powerful prince. Edith, now captain of the Sphinx’s flagship, embarks on a desperate search for a missing friend, leading her closer to the mysteries surrounding the Hod King. This edition continues to explore themes of adventure and the complexities of loyalty within a richly constructed fantasy world.
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Thomas Senlin and his crew of outcasts have been separated, and now they must face the dangers of the labyrinthine tower on their own in this third book in the word-of-mouth phenomenon fantasy series.
“One of my favorite books of all time.” – Mark Lawrence on Senlin Ascends
Fearing an uprising, the Sphinx sends Senlin to investigate a plot that has taken hold in the ringdom of Pelphia. Alone in the city, Senlin infiltrates a bloody arena where hods battle for the public’s entertainment. But his investigation is quickly derailed by a gruesome crime and an unexpected reunion.
Posing as a noble lady and her handmaid, Voleta and Iren attempt to reach Marya, who is isolated by her fame. While navigating the court, Voleta attracts the unwanted attention of a powerful prince whose pursuit of her threatens their plan.
Edith, now captain of the Sphinx’s fierce flagship, joins forces with a fellow wakeman to investigate the disappearance of a beloved friend. She must decide who to trust as her desperate search brings her nearer to the Black Trail where the hods climb in darkness and whisper of the Hod King.
As Senlin and his crew become further dragged in to the conspiracies of the Tower, everything falls to one question: Who is The Hod King?
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