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Shadow of a Dead God
Mennik Thorn · Book 1 · 2020
Mennik Thorn can hardly afford to turn down work. A curse-breaking favor for his thief friend Benny looks manageable, until a murder leaves the mage needing to clear his own name.
From the author’s blurb
“A dead god. A brutal murder. A second-rate mage.”Read the full description at Author description, Patrick Samphire
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What makes it funny?
Nik describes other people with the energy of a man who has plenty of complaints and no safe place to direct them. Even an aged face can prompt a comparison with temple corpses. Benny's daughter is quite capable of intimidating the adults.
The comedy at work
Samphire gives a dangerous investigation to a narrator who doubts his own decisions. Nik's sharp descriptions and self-deprecation keep the case from adopting the solemnity its threats might otherwise demand.
Try this if…
This offers a murder puzzle for readers who enjoy a beleaguered protagonist and a detailed fantasy city. Nik's voice is a major part of the appeal, alongside his attempts to outthink stronger opponents.
Good to know
The story includes frequent swearing and magical violence.
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More in Mennik Thorn
The series continues with 3 more books on our shelf.
Book 2Nectar for the God
Book 3Strange Cargo
Book 4Legacy of a Hated God
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A few distinguishing details
- A mage must clear his own name
- A nervous investigator with cutting observations
More funny paranormal mystery
Sources & further reading
- Apple Books identifies Shadow of a Dead God by Patrick Samphire as a 439-page ebook.
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