The Perfect Assassin: Book 1 in the Chronicles of Ghadid

Author:   K. A. Doore
Publisher:   St Martin's Press
Volume:   1
ISBN:  

9780765398550


Pages:   320
Publication Date:   01 April 2019
Format:   Paperback
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The Perfect Assassin: Book 1 in the Chronicles of Ghadid


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The assassins of Ghadid serve a higher power, dispensing justice in the shadows. Or so Amastan has been taught. Until, unexpectedly, Amastan finds the body of a very important drum chief. Until, impossibly, fellow assassins are being killed off. Until, inevitably, Amastan is ordered to solve these murders. Even worse, the jaan of the murdered start roaming the dusty streets of Ghadid: restless spirits seeking any body to possess. Time is running short, and Amastan must find this perfect assassin or become their next target.

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Author:   K. A. Doore
Publisher:   St Martin's Press
Imprint:   Tor Books
Volume:   1
Dimensions:   Width: 13.80cm , Height: 2.40cm , Length: 21.00cm
Weight:   0.303kg
ISBN:  

9780765398550


ISBN 10:   0765398559
Pages:   320
Publication Date:   01 April 2019
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   To order   Availability explained
Stock availability from the supplier is unknown. We will order it for you and ship this item to you once it is received by us.

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The Perfect Assassin is one of those rare books that manages to be both thrilling and tender. It's full of rooftop fights, frightening magic, and nonstop excitement and mystery, while at the same time it's a thought-provoking exploration of what it means to be a monster and the power of love and forgiveness. I absolutely loved it from start to finish! -- Sarah Beth Durst, award-winning author of The Queens of Renthia series K. A. Doore has crafted a thrilling and poignant tale on the costs of loyalty. In the city of Ghadid, ideas of justice and family battle and braid themselves around each other in action-packed fashion. Part murder mystery, part family saga, part coming-of-age chronicle, The Perfect Assassin intrigues and excites in equal measure. -Tochi Onyebuchi, author of Beasts Made of Night In a high-flung desert city, a reluctant assassin's choices threaten his family's way of life, those he loves, and, worst of all, the spirits of the dead. Amastan Basbowen's options are all dangerous, but he must move forward. The ensuing intrigue forms the core of a highly exciting adventure. -- Fran Wilde, Hugo and Nebula nominated, Andre Norton Award winning author of Updraft Set in a world of believable richness, The Perfect Assassin combines a suspenseful plot with a memorable cast of characters, and an assassin protagonist who is compelled to make hard choices. --Ilana C. Myer, author of Last Song Before Night and Fire Dance A bold, original adventure set in a world of enthralling beauty. The Perfect Assassin shimmers with mystery and romance, and with characters whose courage and charisma brighten every page. -- Ausma Zehanat Khan, author of The Bloodprint Fascinating world building with all the mystery and appeal of the One Thousand and One Nights. --Duncan M. Hamilton, author of the Wolf of the North series Doore's thrilling fantasy debut is a suspenseful murder mystery wrapped around a coming-of-age story, sprinkled with family intrigue, vengeful ghosts, and a gentle but bittersweet m/m romance. Ghadid, set on platforms hundreds of feet above shifting sands, is vividly described, with a fascinating history and culture that Doore folds in naturally. This author is one to watch. --Booklist


The Perfect Assassin is one of those rare books that manages to be both thrilling and tender. It's full of rooftop fights, frightening magic, and nonstop excitement and mystery, while at the same time it's a thought-provoking exploration of what it means to be a monster and the power of love and forgiveness. I absolutely loved it from start to finish! -- Sarah Beth Durst, award-winning author of The Queens of Renthia series K. A. Doore has crafted a thrilling and poignant tale on the costs of loyalty. In the city of Ghadid, ideas of justice and family battle and braid themselves around each other in action-packed fashion. Part murder mystery, part family saga, part coming-of-age chronicle, The Perfect Assassin intrigues and excites in equal measure. -Tochi Onyebuchi, author of Beasts Made of Night In a high-flung desert city, a reluctant assassin's choices threaten his family's way of life, those he loves, and, worst of all, the spirits of the dead. Amastan Basbowen's options are all dangerous, but he must move forward. The ensuing intrigue forms the core of a highly exciting adventure. -- Fran Wilde, Hugo and Nebula nominated, Andre Norton Award winning author of Updraft Set in a world of believable richness, The Perfect Assassin combines a suspenseful plot with a memorable cast of characters, and an assassin protagonist who is compelled to make hard choices. --Ilana C. Myer, author of Last Song Before Night and Fire Dance A bold, original adventure set in a world of enthralling beauty. The Perfect Assassin shimmers with mystery and romance, and with characters whose courage and charisma brighten every page. -- Ausma Zehanat Khan, author of The Bloodprint Fascinating world building with all the mystery and appeal of the One Thousand and One Nights. --Duncan M. Hamilton, author of the Wolf of the North series


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K. A. Doore was born in Florida but has since lived in Washington, Arizona, Germany, and now Michigan. She has a BA in Classics and Foreign Languages and an enduring fascination with linguistics. The Perfect Assassin is her debut novel. kadoore.com Twitter: @KA_Doore

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