A Tide of Black Steel

A gritty, heart-pounding tale of betrayal and bloody vengeance. I loved every single word * John Gwynne *
This is Anthony Ryan’s best book yet * Michael Fletcher *
A richly-detailed world with well-developed characters, a complex plot, mysteries, prophecy, viscerally-felt action and a protagonist to root for * KV Johansen *
Gritty and well-drawn, this makes a rich treat for George R.R. Martin fans * Publishers Weekly (starred review) *
The Pariah is Anthony Ryan at his best. A fast-paced, brutal fantasy novel with larger than life characters and a plot full of intrigue and suspense. With bloody twists and turns aplenty, this novel is destined to become a favourite of the grimdark community * Grimdark Magazine *
Fantastic writing, an amazing world, a plot that won’t quit, and an unforgettable character, The Pariah starts out a new fantasy series that is sure to become one of his best, foraging new ground and, at the same time, reminding readers why Anthony Ryan is one of the best epic fantasy authors out there * Bookworm Blues *
Sprawling in scope, forged with depth of lore and living history, full of betrayals and deaths and twists and epic battles * Grimdark Magazine *
Gritty and well-drawn, this makes a rich treat for George R.R. Martin fans * Publishers Weekly (stared review) *

Anthony Ryan lives in London and is the New York Times bestselling author of the Raven’s Shadow and Draconis Memoria series. He previously worked in a variety of roles for the UK government, but now writes full time. His interests include art, science and the unending quest for the perfect pint of real ale.

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