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City of Lies A Poison War Novel The Poison Wars Book 1 eBook Sam Hawke

I'm having trouble reading, lately. I love a book and yet I'm constantly distracted from it. This has been quite a month, too, with my dog being attacked by two others and almost losing a leg - a project at work finally finishing but making me such a zombie all I can do is play Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp and watch Brooklyn Nine-Nine on repeat. And I had a holiday to Tasmania and then Canberra, and though I always think I'll read on the plane trips (six, this time), it never happens.

Regardless, City of Lies was a source of great comfort to me throughout the above. It's not exactly a nice tale - it doesn't comfort you through fluffy scenes and cozy scenes - it comforts you through being so damn well written and engaging that it warms your soul and revitalises you. If you're a fan of V. E. Schwab or Robin Hobb's work go get this book right this second. 

I'm always a sucker for character-driven books, and that's what we have right here. The characters are all varied and interesting, but the plot, too, drives you from scene to scene, and it's pretty much a murder mystery set in a fantasy world, with the characters trying desperately to find out why their uncles died, and why everyone is trying to kill them. Specially who and why. 

The world building is exquisite. There is a sense of history and the turning of religion to science and the heartache this can bring to people. A city is literally torn apart and you get such a sense of the life the city once had. And really, what drives this narrative is the women. The ones who were brave enough to risk their lives to come to the Chancellor and explain. The ignored sister who leaves the safety to take a dangerous trek that has already claimed many lives. And my favourite - the scornful, intelligent, spiritual young woman who loves her mother and brother, and really isn't afraid to talk bluntly to the chancellor and his advisors. 

The other main characters are Tain (the chancellor) and his proofer, Jovan, who has been raised to know all poisons by taste, touch, smell. It's the job his uncle had before him, and it's what has taken both the previous chancellor and Jovan's uncle right at the start of the book, and their murders that they're hurrying to solve. Jovan's job should have actually been that of his older sister - Kalina - however thanks to her chronic condition she simply wasn't strong enough for the job. She makes herself useful in other ways, but the fact Jovan spends every waking moment trying to keep Tain alive, and having it distracted for thinking he also has to be the carer of his sister - who is stronger than he realises - is another driving factor of the book. And as someone with chronic illnesses I couldn't adore Kalina more, and what she achieves.

I'm writing this review at 75% because I hear that the ending is going to ruin me and want to grab Hawke's leg, and refuse to let go, allowing myself to be dragged around as I wail and beg to know what happens next. I figured I should write this now while I can still feign coherently. 

This book is excellent in its representation of other cultures, same sex relationships, living with chronic disease, living with compulsions, and throughout we see the characters learning from their mistakes and prejudices, accepting same sex couples as literally nothing to remark upon, and supporting and working with people with chronic illnesses or compulsions as if they're something to work alongside of. One has the compulsion to do everything evenly, and when they're in a state their closest friends simply ensure they rub both shoulders evenly, as to help calm them rather than set them off even more. It's really, really lovely to see. 

City of Lies is the debut start to what promises to be an excellent series, by Australian Sam Hawke. Go buy this book! I'm going to go and read the final 25% and cry. 


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City of Lies A Poison War Novel The Poison Wars Book 1 eBook Sam Hawke Reviews

This was a great debut by the author. I’m excited that it’s listed as the start of a series AND I CAN’T READ THE NEXT ONE ALREADY.

It was a really engaging story. I loved the world and social structures embedded in the story. Much of the book takes place in one city of one country, so there is a lot more to discover about the world as the series develops.

The characters were really strong and well developed throughout the book. Lots of palace intrigue (as you’d expect from a book about poisoning). Told through the eyes of a brother and sister, it was really powerful.

Can’t wait for Book #2!!!
Absolutely captivating and engaging from the first line. A full cast of interesting characters centered around a core group. Who to trust? Who is behind the betrayal? Who poisoned Chancellor Caslav and his proofer, Etan, and for what purpose?
This book is full of tightly-woven intrigue that's just right to keep you guessing, but not for so long that you forget it. Rich descriptions bring this different land into full view without slowing the pace.
That this is a debut novel is simply amazing. Sam Hawke writes with complete control and command, sending the reader flawlessly down the right path.
This is the first author I've read in this genre that interests me as much as the incomparable Robin Hobb. I'm kind of sad that I discovered her at the beginning of her career; she doesn't have a body of work to read while waiting for her next new book. The herb/potion/poison opening to each chapter is a touch of genius that adds a topping to this delicious read.
Seriously - fabulous in every way. I'm desperately waiting for the sequel. I need to know what happens next!
This is a strong debut fantasy novel, featuring generous helpings of intrigue and battle, together with a mystery component woven into the story. While in some ways treading familiar ground, featuring young protagonists struggling against the odds for the greater good, it also contains satisfyingly distinctive elements, such as an emphasis on poison. Jovan, one of the two point-of-view characters, is trained to protect his friend and future leader from being poisoned. Equally unusually, Jovan is obsessive-compulsive -- not to the extreme extent of Orson Scott Card's Hang Qing-Jao in "Xenocide," but enough to both shame and burden him. The second point-of-view character is Jovan's sister, Kalina, and indeed the book has strong and varied female characters. I found both Jovan and Kalina sympathetic, and the book largely compelling, though there were points in the first third where my interest dropped. I note that the fantasy content in the book is relatively understated. I'm already looking forward to the next volume.
I'm having trouble reading, lately. I love a book and yet I'm constantly distracted from it. This has been quite a month, too, with my dog being attacked by two others and almost losing a leg - a project at work finally finishing but making me such a zombie all I can do is play Animal Crossing Pocket Camp and watch Brooklyn Nine-Nine on repeat. And I had a holiday to Tasmania and then Canberra, and though I always think I'll read on the plane trips (six, this time), it never happens.

Regardless, City of Lies was a source of great comfort to me throughout the above. It's not exactly a nice tale - it doesn't comfort you through fluffy scenes and cozy scenes - it comforts you through being so damn well written and engaging that it warms your soul and revitalises you. If you're a fan of V. E. Schwab or Robin Hobb's work go get this book right this second. 

I'm always a sucker for character-driven books, and that's what we have right here. The characters are all varied and interesting, but the plot, too, drives you from scene to scene, and it's pretty much a murder mystery set in a fantasy world, with the characters trying desperately to find out why their uncles died, and why everyone is trying to kill them. Specially who and why. 

The world building is exquisite. There is a sense of history and the turning of religion to science and the heartache this can bring to people. A city is literally torn apart and you get such a sense of the life the city once had. And really, what drives this narrative is the women. The ones who were brave enough to risk their lives to come to the Chancellor and explain. The ignored sister who leaves the safety to take a dangerous trek that has already claimed many lives. And my favourite - the scornful, intelligent, spiritual young woman who loves her mother and brother, and really isn't afraid to talk bluntly to the chancellor and his advisors. 

The other main characters are Tain (the chancellor) and his proofer, Jovan, who has been raised to know all poisons by taste, touch, smell. It's the job his uncle had before him, and it's what has taken both the previous chancellor and Jovan's uncle right at the start of the book, and their murders that they're hurrying to solve. Jovan's job should have actually been that of his older sister - Kalina - however thanks to her chronic condition she simply wasn't strong enough for the job. She makes herself useful in other ways, but the fact Jovan spends every waking moment trying to keep Tain alive, and having it distracted for thinking he also has to be the carer of his sister - who is stronger than he realises - is another driving factor of the book. And as someone with chronic illnesses I couldn't adore Kalina more, and what she achieves.

I'm writing this review at 75% because I hear that the ending is going to ruin me and want to grab Hawke's leg, and refuse to let go, allowing myself to be dragged around as I wail and beg to know what happens next. I figured I should write this now while I can still feign coherently. 

This book is excellent in its representation of other cultures, same sex relationships, living with chronic disease, living with compulsions, and throughout we see the characters learning from their mistakes and prejudices, accepting same sex couples as literally nothing to remark upon, and supporting and working with people with chronic illnesses or compulsions as if they're something to work alongside of. One has the compulsion to do everything evenly, and when they're in a state their closest friends simply ensure they rub both shoulders evenly, as to help calm them rather than set them off even more. It's really, really lovely to see. 

City of Lies is the debut start to what promises to be an excellent series, by Australian Sam Hawke. Go buy this book! I'm going to go and read the final 25% and cry.