The Tyrant

A fascinating tale of political intrigue and national unrest – Washington Post on The TraitorA tale of intelligence and wonder, set in a believable, detailed world that is populated with rich characters. From the first page I was sucked into a world of captivating intrigue and Machiavellian politics – John Gwynne on The TraitorSmart. Brutal. Gut-wrenching. You’ll be captivated from the very first page. Dickinson is a sly, masterful writer who pulls no punches. Get ready to have your heart ripped out through your throat. Highly recommended – Kameron Hurley on The TraitorSeth Dickinson skilfully combines intrigue, action and philosophical musings to create a suspenseful and deeply satisfying read. An intelligent and accomplished first novel reminiscent of Le Guin in its reflections on imperialism, colonialism and the attractions and corruptions of power – Una McCormack on The Traitor

Seth Dickinson’s short fiction has appeared in various publications including Analog, Asimov’s, Clarkesworld, Lightspeed, Strange Horizons and Beneath Ceaseless Skies. He is an instructor at the Alpha Workshop for Young Writers, winner of the 2011 Dell Magazines Award, and a lapsed student of social neuroscience. He lives in Brooklyn, New York. The Tyrant is his third novel, following The Monster and The Traitor, which was shortlisted for the 2016 David Gemmell Morningstar Award for Best Debut.

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