Summary
Something is stirring in London’s dark, stamping out its territory in brickdust and blood. Something has murdered Saul’s father, and left Saul to pay for the crime.
But a shadow from the urban waste breaks into his prison cell and leads him to freedom. A shadow called King Rat.
In the night-land behind London’s façade, in sewers and slums and rotting dead spaces, Saul must learn his true nature. Grotesque murders rock the city like a curse. Mysterious forces prepare for a show…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780330534215 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0330534211 |
| Author: | China Miéville |
| Publisher: | Pan Macmillan |
| Imprint: | Pan Books |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 432 |
| Edition: | Reprints |
| Release Date: | 1 July 2011 |
| Weight: | 294g |
| Dimensions: | 196mm x 130mm x 28mm |
You Can Find This Book In
What They're Saying
Critics Review
Tackles his theme with a dark assurance … with its original blend of twisted urban fairytale and modern gothic horror, King Rat marks out China Miville as an author to be watched.
Tackles his theme with a dark assurance … with its original blend of twisted urban fairytale and modern gothic horror, King Rat marks out China Miéville as an author to be watched. * The Times *
Brings together elements of fantasy, fairytale and the detective story … I greatly enjoyed Miéville’s weird and engaging myth-making. * Daily Telegraph *
About The Author
China Miéville
China Mieville lives and works in London. He is a three-time winner of the prestigious Arthur C. Clarke Award (Perdido Street Station, Iron Council and The City & The City) and has also won the British Fantasy Award twice (Perdido Street Station and The Scar). The City & The City, an existential thriller, was published in 2009 to dazzling critical acclaim. His most recent novel, Kraken, was published in 2010.
Returns
This item is eligible for free returns within 30 days of delivery. See our returns policy for further details.