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The Lies of Locke Lamora

by Scott Lynch

$12.99 on Amazon

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ISBN0593725425

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Scott Lynch

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The Lies of Locke Lamora

by Scott Lynch

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The Lies of Locke Lamora is a 752-page fantasy novel centered on its title character, Locke Lamora, and serves as the first book in the Gentleman Bastard series. It's known for its complex, detailed construction and distinctive atmosphere, and has attracted wide reader engagement since its 2006 release.

The Lies of Locke Lamora is the first novel in the Gentleman Bastard series by Scott Lynch. It runs to 752 pages, placing it in the category of long-form epic fantasy. The description positions it as the opening volume of a continuing sequence, and readers cited in the material refer to wanting to continue on with later books in the series. The title character, Locke Lamora, gives the novel its name and serves as its focal point.

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The Lies of Locke Lamora is a 752-page fantasy novel centered on its title character, Locke Lamora, and serves as the first book in the Gentleman Bastard series. It's known for its complex, detailed construction and distinctive atmosphere, and has attracted wide reader engagement since its 2006 release.
Who is it for?
Readers of epic fantasy who enjoy complex, detailed narratives and are willing to commit to long-form fiction (752 pages) and multi-book series. Some readers note it may not appeal to all tastes, though it has attracted broadly positive commentary.
What are the main themes?
The material does not specify particular themes, though the novel's title and focus on a character named Locke Lamora suggest deception and intricate schemes may play a role.
Who wrote it?
Scott Lynch, a fantasy writer whose debut novel appeared in 2006, around the same time as other prominent fantasy debuts of that era.
What format or source is it?
A novel; 752 pages in length. Available in standard book formats as the opening volume of an ongoing series.
What's this book about?

What's this book about?

The novel follows Locke Lamora through a densely constructed narrative. Beyond the title character, specific plot events and settings are not outlined in available descriptions, though readers describe the work as elaborate and intricately built.

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