"Lyons has not only vaulted to the forefront of modern epic fantasy by delivering series entries in a timely fashion, but continues to stick the landing in excitement and with style points galore."-- Booklist , starred review "Lyons's incredible world continues to grow . a fully realized story of magic and mayhem."-- Library Journal, starred review Praise for The Ruin of Kings : "It's impossible not to be impressed with the ambition of it all, the sheer, effervescent joy Lyons takes in the scope of her project . a larger-than-life adventure story about thieves, wizards, assassins and kings to dwell in for a good long while."-- The New York Times "Ms. Lyons is all set to take her readers on a long journey indeed, unfolding and unfolding like brilliant origami. So far, though, not a hairy chest in sight, nor a languishing maiden.
Fantasy has moved on, and is all the better for it."-- The Wall Street Journal "An impressive and highly accomplished debut . The Ruin of Kings makes both an ideal introduction to epic fantasy and a rewarding read for fans of the genre."-- The Los Angeles Times "[Amplished debut . The Ruin of Kings makes both an ideal introduction to epic fantasy and a rewarding read for fans of the genre."-- The Los Angeles Times "[Amplished debut . The Ruin of Kings makes both an ideal introduction to epic fantasy and a rewarding read for fans of the genre."-- The Los Angeles Times "[Amplished debut .
The Ruin of Kings makes both an ideal introduction to epic fantasy and a rewarding read for fans of the genre."-- The Los Angeles Times "[A] jaw-dropping, action-packed story of betrayal, greed, and grand-scale conspiracy . Lyons ties it all together seamlessly to create literary magic. Epic fantasy fans looking for a virtually un-put-down-able read should look no further."-- Kirkus , starred review "With the scope and sense of fatality of Patrick Rothfuss, and well-choreographed action sense of Brandon Sanderson, Lyons leaps into the big leagues of epic fantasy and sticks the landing."-- Booklist, starred review "Tightly plotted . its lore and memorable characters will leave epic fantasy fans eager for the second volume."-- Publishers Weekly , starred review "This stunning debut takes epic fantasy to a high level, portraying a world filled with magic, demons, gods, and dragons, in which politics and power plays are the laws of the land.
"-- Library Journal , starred review "Everything epic fantasy should be: rich, cruel, gorgeous, brilliant, enthralling and deeply, deeply satisfying. I loved it."--Lev Grossman, author of The Magicians ed it."--Lev Grossman, author of The Magicians ed it."--Lev Grossman, author of The Magicians ed it."--Lev Grossman, author of The Magicians.