Arthur C. Clarke winner and Sunday Times bestseller Adrian Tchaikovsky makes a triumphant return to fantasy with City of Last Chances. This darkly inventive tale paints a vivid portrait of Ilmar—a city suffocating under the oppressive Palleseen occupation, entangled in its criminal underworld, haunted by its ancient curse, and teetering on the brink of revolution. Amidst the chaos of refugees, wanderers, madmen, and thieves, the mysterious Anchorwood—a dark grove and a portal to strange realms—awaits as the catalyst for change.

Why You Should Read?

1. Rich World-Building: Dive into the intricately layered city of Ilmar, alive with history, conflict, and dark secrets.
2. Compelling Characters: A diverse cast of wanderers, fanatics, and rebels adds depth and intrigue to every page.
3. Unique Fantasy Elements: Experience the enigmatic Anchorwood—a dark grove linking to distant worlds under the full moon.
4. Award-Winning Author: Written by Adrian Tchaikovsky, a master of speculative fiction, celebrated for his imaginative storytelling.
5. Critical Acclaim: Praised for its creativity and gripping narrative by renowned authors like Patrick Ness, David Towsey, and Sharon Emmerichs.

“A triumph of a book: wildly imaginative, immediately immersive, and hypnotically compelling.” — Sharon Emmerichs