{"product_id":"the-justice-of-kings-the-sunday-times-bestseller-book-one-of-the-empire-of-the-wolf","title":"The Justice of Kings: the Sunday Times bestseller (Book One of the Empire of the Wolf)","description":"Review\n\nA stunning piece of modern fantasy writing ― RJ Barker\n\nSwan has built a dark and gritty world, filled it with beautifully written characters and lays out a master-crafted story to create an incredible book that you can't put down ― FanFiAddict\n\nA marvellously detailed world with an engrossing adventure from a unique perspective ― K.S. Villoso, author of The Wolf of Oren-Yaro\n\nRiveting . . . Swan crafts a strong, dynamic character in Vonvalt, and the whodunit twists will keep readers turning the pages ― Publishers Weekly\n\nTotally addictive. A truly riveting tale about law, war, morality and justice ― Novel Notions\n\nA fantastic debut ― Peter McLean\n\nThe Justice of Kings is equal parts heroic fantasy and Sherlock Holmes mystery. Sir Konrad Vonvalt's fierce intellect and arcane powers will make you long to follow in his footsteps, but it's his young clerk, Helena who brings heart and dazzle to the story. Together they're a formidable team, and Richard Swan's sophisticated take on the fantasy genre will leave readers hungry for more ― Sebastien de Castell\n\nAn invigorating mix of the visceral and cerebral, set in a complex, grimy world, it asks questions about the nature of law and justice which have never been more timely ― Dave Wragg\n\nAn intriguingly dark deconstruction of a beloved mystery trope ― Kirkus (starred review)\n\nA brilliant book, with intrigue, excellent character arcs, a brutal magic system and a story I just could not put down ― Grimdark Magazine\n\nA fascinating look at justice, vengeance and the law - great characters, compelling and wonderfully written. A brilliant debut and fantastic start to the series ― James Islington\n\nThe Justice of Kings is utterly compelling, thoroughly engrossing, and written with such skillful assurance I could barely put it down. The characters feel so real I swear I suffered every horror and hangover alongside them, and their world-though we see just the smallest portion of it here-feels vastly complex, poised on the brink of a disaster I can't wait to watch unfold ― Nicholas Eames\n\nThe Justice of Kings is a sensational fantasy debut. It is The Witcher meets Judge Dredd with a little bit of Ned Stark thrown in for good measure . . . it is a fantastic read ― FanFiAddict\n\nAn absorbing fantasy murder mystery . . . I have been thoroughly hooked by this series and cannot wait for the next helping of political upheaval ― Fantasy Book Critic\n\nThe Justice of Kings is a smart, highly engaging read with an immersive world and 3D characters - think The Name of the Rose meets Imperium in an alternate German-flavoured 12th century empire with magic. Just trust me, you want this ― Christopher Buehlman\n\nAn absolute banger of a book . . . This is definitely going on my list of best books of the year ― Powder \u0026amp; Page\n\nFantasy, mystery, drama, intrigue, action - The Justice of Kings has it all ― Bibliosanctum\n\n\nProduct Description\n\nTHE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER\n\n'A stunning piece of modern fantasy writing' RJ Barker\n\n'Utterly compelling, thoroughly engrossing and written with such skilful assurance I could barely put it down' Nicholas Eames\n\nNO MAN IS ABOVE THE LAW\n\nThe Empire of the Wolf simmers with unrest. Rebels, heretics and powerful patricians all challenge the power of the imperial throne.\n\nOnly the Order of Justices stands in the way of chaos. Sir Konrad Vonvalt is the most feared Justice of all, upholding the law by way of his sharp mind, arcane powers and skill as a swordsman. At his side stands Helena Sedanka, his clerk and protégé, orphaned by the wars that forged the empire.\n\nWhen the pair investigate the murder of a provincial aristocrat, they unearth a conspiracy that stretches to the very top of imperial society. As the stakes rise and become ever more personal, Vonvalt and Helena must make a choice: will they abandon the laws they've sworn to uphold in order to protect the empire?\n\nIntroducing an unforgettable protagonist destined to become a fantasy icon, The Justice of Kings","brand":"smeikalbooks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40281489735765,"sku":"9780356516424N","price":7.79,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2481\/5790\/products\/0dd4dae6-4289-4c5f-9ad8-a7aaa896007a.jpg?v=1662363802","url":"https:\/\/smeikalbooks.co.uk\/products\/the-justice-of-kings-the-sunday-times-bestseller-book-one-of-the-empire-of-the-wolf","provider":"smeikalbooks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}