The Thousand Eyes (The Serpent Gates, 2) Hardcover – February 15, 2022 by A. K. Larkwood

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Author: Larkwood A. K.

Brand: Tor Books

Package Dimensions: 25x235x454

Number Of Pages: 400

Release Date: 15-02-2022

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The sequel to A. K. Larkwood’s stunning debut fantasy, The Unspoken Name. The Thousand Eyes continues The Serpent Gates series―perfect for fans of Jenn Lyons, Joe Abercrombie, and Ursula K. Le Guin.Two years ago, Csorwe and Shuthmili risked the anger of the wizard Belthandros Sethennai to gain their freedom. Now, they make their living exploring relic worlds of the ancient serpent empire of Echentyr. They think they’re prepared for anything―but when one of their expeditions releases an Echentyri soldier who has slept undisturbed since the fall of her homeland, they are thrown back into a conflict that has lain dormant for thousands of years. Shuthmili will give anything to protect the woman and the life that she loves, but as events spiral out of control, she is torn between clinging to her humanity and embracing her eldritch power. Meanwhile, Tal Charossa returns to Tlaanthothe to find that Sethennai has gone missing. Tal wants nothing to do with his old boss and former lover, so when a magical catastrophe befalls the city, Tal tries to run rather than face his past―but he soon learns that something even worse may lurk in the future. Throughout the worlds of the Echo Maze, fragments of an undead goddess begin to awaken, and not all confrontations can be put off forever . . .
Review
Praise for The Unspoken Name:“The Unspoken Name is great fun―fantasy with an epic sweep in a gorgeously drawn universe.”―Ann Leckie, New York Times bestselling and Hugo award-winning author of Ancillary Justice“Astounding… written with skill and stunning assurance. The worlds this story spans are as exotic and dangerous as the characters who traverse them. From its flawless first page to its bittersweet last, The Unspoken Name is unlike anything I’ve read before.” ―Nicholas Eames, author of Kings of the Wyld“What a glorious book! Richly detailed, enthralling, and extraordinary, with brilliant nods to such luminaries as Ursula K. Le Guin and Diana Wynne Jones. A.K. Larkwood’s book hooked me in from the first page and never let go. Fabulous, in every meaning of the word.” ―Jenn Lyons, author of Ruin of Kings “A.K. Larkwood’s The Unspoken Name is an epic fantasy in the vein of Le Guin’s magnificent Tombs of Atuan ― if Arha the Eaten One got to grow up to be a swordswoman mercenary in thrall to her dubious wizard mentor. The action is fast-paced and emotionally compelling; the magic is dangerous, beautiful, and utterly compromising. I love this book so much.” ―Arkady Martine, author of A Memory Called Empire”An unexpected and new take on classic orcs ‘n’ swords fantasy. Stylish, classy, and timeless – but with racing stripes and an inbuilt camera. I cannot recommend it enough.” ―Tamsyn Muir, author of Gideon the Ninth”Takes all the tropes of fantasy–orcs and epic quests, dead gods and undead souls, daring rescues and last-second escapes–and spins them into something wild and new. A dizzy, delicious debut.”–Alix E. Harrow, Nebula and Hugo finalist and author of The Ten Thousand Doors of January“Quick-paced, occasionally brutal, and genuinely funny, Larkwood’s debut novel turns standard fantasy tropes on their head with grace and humour. Csorwe might have the tusks of an orc, but she is human to her core. Readers will be rooting for her to receive the happy ending that she obviously deserves.”―Kerstin Hall, author of The Border Keeper”The Unspoken Name has everything – spine-tingling prose, gorgeous worldbuilding, powerful older women, found family (but it’s terrible), and true love. It’s fantastic. I read it in one sitting.” ―Emily Tesh, author of Silver in the Wood “Larkwood’s debut is a fresh, fun take on the genre, packed with smart prose, badass characters, and fantastic worldbuilding. A necessary addition for any fantasy lover’s collection.” — Tara Sim, author of Scavenge the Stars”A truly wonderful book…grabbed my attention on the first page and wouldn’t let go. Fresh, exciting and new, with fascinatin