The Hexologists
$20.75
- Paperback
384 pages
- Release Date
26 September 2023
Summary
From the acclaimed author of Senlin Ascends comes the first book in a wildly inventive new fantasy series where magical mysteries abound and only one team can solve them: The Hexologists.
‘Bancroft is a wonder as ever! The Hexologists was a joyous delight on every page - buoyantly inventive, witty, poignant, gripping, and deeply satisfying’ - Madeline Miller, author of Circe
As the nation’s foremost investigators of the paranormal, Isolde and Warren Wilby are accustomed to bum…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780356519067 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0356519066 |
| Author: | Josiah Bancroft |
| Publisher: | Little, Brown Book Group |
| Imprint: | Orbit |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 384 |
| Release Date: | 26 September 2023 |
| Weight: | 263g |
| Dimensions: | 192mm x 124mm x 26mm |
| Series: | The Hexologists |
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Bancroft is a wonder as ever! The Hexologists was a joyous delight on every page - buoyantly inventive, witty, poignant, gripping and deeply satisfying – Madeline Miller, author of CIRCEJosiah Bancroft’s imagination will astound you. One of the most inventive fantasy authors out there – Fonda Lee, author of the Green Bone SagaBancroft has returned to the page in force, deploying his crystal prose and razored wit around a tale that mixes whimsy and threat in equal measure. He’s a gift to the genre and we should support his work – Mark Lawrence, author of THE BOOK THAT WOULDN’T BURNFantastic! The Hexologists fizzes eloquently with wit and elegance, but also has marvellous worldbuilding and an excellent plot - and a central pair of characters who I quite simply love. A cocktail of a book made with the very best champagne – Genevieve Cogman, author of THE INVISIBLE LIBRARY
The Books of Babel are something you hope to see perhaps once a decade - future classics, which may be remembered long after the series concludes
– LA TIMESIt’s rare to find a modern book that feels like a timeless classic. I’m wildly in love with this book – Pierce Brown, author of RED RISING, on SENLIN ASCENDSJosiah Bancroft is a magician. His books are that rare alchemy: gracefully written, deliriously imaginative, action-packed, warm, witty and thought-provoking – Madeline Miller, author of CIRCEThis light and charming tale encompasses a twisty mystery, detailed Victorian-esque worldbuilding, and nuanced protagonists who love each other dearly, all relayed in Bancroft’s superior prose. Readers will be eager to see how the series evolves – PUBLISHERS WEEKLY (starred review)Josiah Bancroft’s writing is truly a remarkable thing. His poetic and verbose prose always give such a rewarding and fulfilling experience. The Hexologists is a perfect recipe of magic, fantasy, action, wonder, and charm. I can’t wait to see where this series goes! * FanFiAddict *Effective and entertaining … [a] contemporary urban fantasy, addressing real-world injustices while also being very, very funny * BookPage *Bancroft’s writing shines throughout the book, with an entertaining balance of delightful wordplay and down-to-earth storytelling. He has created a Victorianesque world filled with magic, creatures, spells, and relics, blending elements of mystery, fantasy, and steampunk, to create a real sense of wonder and excitement * SciFiNow *About The Author
Josiah Bancroft
Josiah Bancroft is the author of five novels, a collection of short fiction, and numerous poems. His books have been translated into eight languages. Before settling down to write fantasy full time, he was a college instructor, rock musician and aspiring comic book artist. When he’s not writing, he enjoys strumming a variety of stringed instruments, drawing with a growing cache of imperfect pens, and cooking without a recipe. He lives in Philadelphia with his wife, Sharon, their daughter, Maddie, and their two rabbits, Mabel and Chaplin.
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