Tangled Lands

Description

Khaim, The Blue City, is the last remaining city in a crumbled empire that overly relied upon magic until it became toxic. It is run by a tyrant known as The Jolly Mayor and his devious right hand, the last archmage in the world. Together they try to collect all the magic for themselves so they can control the citizens of the city. But when their decadence reaches new heights and begins to destroy the environment, the people stage an uprising to stop them.

Rewards

  • Winner of the World Fantasy Award for best collection

Reviews

“A rich and haunting novel that explores a world where magic is forbidden.” – Everdeen Mason – Washington Post –  Full review

“Bacigalupi’s contributions—the first tale, “The Alchemist,” and the third, “The Children of Khaim”—are the shortest and most effective. “ – Erik Henriksen – Tor.com 

ISBN

ISBN: 1-4814-9729-4 / 978-1-4814-9729-9 (USA edition)
Publisher: Gallery / Saga Press