Good fantasy novel, first part of a series. Enjoyable read
This fantasy novel deals with an assortment of main characters: Brynd, a career soldier of the Empire; Randur, thief and lothario, Inquisitor Jeryd investigating the death of two councillors, all of whom get involved in the politics of Villjamur, the city at the heart of the Empire. The novel includes murder, magic, sexual encounters, strange creatures, different races and a fairly serious plot.
The writing is quite engaging and characters are well-developed. I've ordered the next book in the series as I enjoyed this one.
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