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Synopsis
Shunted into the background of a great empire it once founded, the sleepy island city of Malaz frenetically prepares for a once-in-a-generation celestial event that has been foretold to be a precursor to the return of an ancient oppressive force.
Night of Knives: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
Night of Knives is an adult fantasy novel set in the Malazan universe with strong violence, battlefield scenes, and mature themes of war and supernatural threats. Best for experienced fantasy readers comfortable with grimdark elements.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include death, violence, and war.
Who'll love this
Adult fantasy readers will appreciate the atmospheric world-building and the tension of a city preparing for an apocalyptic event.