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Discover 'The Gurkha and the Lord of Tuesday', an exhilarating tale that weaves together fantasy, adventure, and rich cultural themes. In this gripping narrative, the djinn king Melek Ahmar awakens after centuries of confinement to confront the dazzling city-state of Kathmandu, now ruled by the all-powerful AI Karma. Expecting an easy defeat of the tyrant, Melek is met with unexpected challenges as he encounters a city thriving in contentment, where even the downtrodden are reluctant to rise up against tyranny.
At the center of this riveting story is Bhan Gurung, a formidable Gurkha soldier, haunted by a trail of vengeance that spans four decades. With his knife skills honed to perfection, Gurung pushes Melek into deeper moral quandaries as the duo confronts their fates and struggles against Karma's iron grip. Together, they delve into the depths of old transgressions, illuminating the dark history of Kathmandu while navigating themes of power and redemption.
Perfect for fans of contemporary fantasy, 'The Gurkha and the Lord of Tuesday' promises an exploration of courage, loyalty, and the quest for justice amidst a vividly crafted backdrop.
This BRAND NEW book from Tor Books, with ISBN 9781250209115, is your gateway to a cinematic adventure filled with unexpected twists and profound lessons. Join Melek and Gurung on their epic journey as they battle for the soul of a city caught between old worlds and new realities.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781250209115
Year: 2019
Publisher: Tor Books
Pages: 176
Description:
When the djinn king Melek Ahmar wakes up after millennia of imprisoned slumber, he finds a world vastly different from what he remembers. Arrogant and bombastic, he comes down the mountain expecting an easy conquest: the wealthy, spectacular city state of Kathmandu, ruled by the all-knowing, all-seeing tyrant AI Karma. To his surprise, he finds that Kathmandu is a cut-price paradise, where citizens want for nothing and even the dregs of society are distinctly unwilling to revolt.
Everyone seems happy, except for the old Gurkha soldier Bhan Gurung. Knife saint, recidivist, and mass murderer, he is an exile from Kathmandu, pursuing a forty-year-old vendetta that leads to the very heart of Karma. Pushed and prodded by Gurung, Melek Ahmer finds himself in ever deeper conflicts, until they finally face off against Karma and her forces. In the upheaval that follows, old crimes will come to light and the city itself will be forced to change.
At the center of this riveting story is Bhan Gurung, a formidable Gurkha soldier, haunted by a trail of vengeance that spans four decades. With his knife skills honed to perfection, Gurung pushes Melek into deeper moral quandaries as the duo confronts their fates and struggles against Karma's iron grip. Together, they delve into the depths of old transgressions, illuminating the dark history of Kathmandu while navigating themes of power and redemption.
Perfect for fans of contemporary fantasy, 'The Gurkha and the Lord of Tuesday' promises an exploration of courage, loyalty, and the quest for justice amidst a vividly crafted backdrop.
This BRAND NEW book from Tor Books, with ISBN 9781250209115, is your gateway to a cinematic adventure filled with unexpected twists and profound lessons. Join Melek and Gurung on their epic journey as they battle for the soul of a city caught between old worlds and new realities.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781250209115
Year: 2019
Publisher: Tor Books
Pages: 176
Description:
When the djinn king Melek Ahmar wakes up after millennia of imprisoned slumber, he finds a world vastly different from what he remembers. Arrogant and bombastic, he comes down the mountain expecting an easy conquest: the wealthy, spectacular city state of Kathmandu, ruled by the all-knowing, all-seeing tyrant AI Karma. To his surprise, he finds that Kathmandu is a cut-price paradise, where citizens want for nothing and even the dregs of society are distinctly unwilling to revolt.
Everyone seems happy, except for the old Gurkha soldier Bhan Gurung. Knife saint, recidivist, and mass murderer, he is an exile from Kathmandu, pursuing a forty-year-old vendetta that leads to the very heart of Karma. Pushed and prodded by Gurung, Melek Ahmer finds himself in ever deeper conflicts, until they finally face off against Karma and her forces. In the upheaval that follows, old crimes will come to light and the city itself will be forced to change.