The Lies of Locke Lamora
by Scott Lynch
For readers who enjoy a well constructed world fleshed out by eccentric characters who excel in dubious professions, this is the novel for you. Locke Lamora is an orphan sold into slavery to a thieflord. Soon, the thieflord discovers how audacious this little orphan is, and unloads him on a small group of con-men. The story progresses through Locke Lamora's life and culminates in his biggest con ever. Little does he know that someone else is coveting that which he has. Power plays, mummery, twists and turns, and an ending that comes as a complete surprise. The Lies of Locke Lamora has it all, in this author's first novel. Similar titles: If you can imagine a fabulously realized Victorian world like that of David Liss (Conspiracy of Paper) mixed with the Sci-Fi feeling of a city left behind by a past race, you'll enjoy the setting for this book. Fans of Stephen Brust's Vlad Taltos books will like Locke Lamora. -- recommended by Sean S. - Virtual Services Department
[ official Lies of Locke Lamora page on the official Scott Lynch web site ]
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This is one of my favorite reads of 2007,and maybe one of my top-10 faves of the last several years. It reads like a very well-engineered theme-park ride feels-twists, turns and surprises, but the ride never really goes out of control. "Red Sails Under Red Skies" the next installment in the "Gentleman Bastards" series, is out now, and continues Locke's wild, fast-paced adventures. Lynch plans on writing seven "Locke" books, according to his website-
http://www.scottlynch.us/index2.html
I've been meaning to read this, after a couple of friends recommended it. Thanks for reminding me!
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