Blade of Dream - (The Kithamar Trilogy) by Daniel Abraham

Book Synopsis

From the New York Times bestselling author and co-author of The Expanse comes an "atmospheric and fascinating" novel that unfolds within the walls of a single great city, over the course of one tumultuous year (Joe Abercrombie, author of A Little Hatred).

Kithamar is a center of trade and wealth, an ancient city with a long, bloody history where countless thousands live and their stories endure.

This is Garreth's.

Garreth Left is heir to one of Kithamar's most prominent merchant families. The path of his life was paved long before he was born. Learn the family trade, marry to secure wealthy in-laws, and inherit the business when the time is right. But to Garreth, a life chosen for him is no life at all.

In one night, a chance meeting with an enigmatic stranger changes everything. He falls in love with a woman whose name he doesn't even know, and he will do anything to find her again. His search leads him down corridors and alleys that are best left unexplored, where ancient gods hide in the shadows, and every deal made has a dangerous edge.

The path that Garreth chooses will change the course of not only those he loves, but the entire future of Kithamar's citizens.

In Kithamar, every story matters ― and the fate of the city is woven from them all.

"Abraham's patient storytelling pays off, perfectly setting up the trilogy's finale, and his intricate worldbuilding makes Kithamar a pleasure to explore. Readers will not be disappointed." ― Publishers Weekly (starred review)

Review Quotes

"Age of Ash's Kithamar is a spectacular creation, a city brought to life by dense, intricate worldbuilding and subtle magic. Fans of Scott Lynch or Robert Jackson Bennett will enjoy this one."--Django Wexler, author of Ashes of the Sun on Age of Ash

"[An] outstanding series debut, which instantly hooks readers with dual mysteries . . . Readers will eagerly anticipate the sequel."--Publishers Weekly (starred review) on Age of Ash

"[This book] continues to highlight a favorite Abraham theme: the complex outcomes stemming from personal choice... Great character work and interesting plot development make this an exceptional middle volume."--Kirkus (Starred Review) on Blade of Dream

"Abraham builds on The Dragon's Path to create and sustain a rich, satisfyingly complex epic fantasy."--Publishers Weekly on The King's Blood

"Abraham builds this world with all the confident craftsmanship you'd expect from an author with his pedigree . . . . Kithamar is in the hands of a pro."--SFX on Age of Ash

"Abraham's patient storytelling pays off, perfectly setting up the trilogy's finale, and his intricate worldbuilding makes Kithamar a pleasure to explore. Readers will not be disappointed."--Publishers Weekly (Starred Review) on Blade of Dream

"An atmospheric and fascinating tapestry, woven with skill and patience."--Joe Abercrombie, New York Times bestselling author of A Little Hatred on Age of Ash

"Everything I look for in a fantasy."--George R.R. Martin on The Dragon's Path

"It's as if Clint Eastwood went to Narnia...A pleasure for Abraham's legion of fans."--Kirkus on The Dragon's Path

"Prepare to be shocked, startled, and entertained."--Locus on The Dragon's Path

"This new work bears the hallmark of a great Abraham work."--Kirkus on Age of Ash

"This smart, absorbing, fascinating military fantasy, exciting and genuinely suspenseful, will keep readers on their toes."--Publishers Weekly (Starred Review) on The Tyrant's Law

About the Author

Daniel Abraham is the author of the critically-acclaimed Long Price Quartet. He has been nominated for the Hugo, Nebula, and World Fantasy awards, and won the International Horror Guild award. He also writes as MLN Hanover and (with Ty Franck) James S.A. Corey. He lives in New Mexico.