First published 2020
Reinmar of Bielawa, a famed sorcerer, finds himself stranded in a land of chaos. Caught in a web of political intrigue, he must navigate a treacherous path filled with deception, dark magic, and the constant threat of the enigmatic Tower of Fools. As he seeks to uncover the truth and restore order, Reinmar confronts his own doubts and the limitations of his powers, all while facing a looming danger that could shatter the very fabric of the realm. In this gripping tale, Sapkowski weaves a captivating narrative that challenges the boundaries of heroism and the nature of madness.
Genres: historical-fiction, fantasy, dark-fantasy, political-thriller
Vibes: dark, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, unreliable-narrator
Setting: Bielawa
Period: Medieval
560 pages · Hardcover · Orbit
Content warnings: violence