How to Rule an Empire and Get Away with It by K.J. Parker

How to Rule an Empire and Get Away with It

Siege #2

K.J. Parker

330 pages • first pub 2020 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical adventurous fast-paced
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This book is ideal for readers who enjoy witty, fast-paced historical fantasies where cunning underdogs navigate high-stakes political intrigue and wartime chaos with humor and sharp wit.

Description

This is the history of how the City was saved, by Notker the professional liar, written down because eventually the truth always seeps through. The City may be under siege, but everyone still has to make a living. Take Notker, the acclaimed playwr...

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Community Reviews

3.99
based on 680 reviews

Moods

funny: 80%

adventurous: 73%

lighthearted: 46%

dark: 11%

tense: 11%

reflective: 9%

hopeful: 7%

informative: 6%

inspiring: 6%

relaxing: 3%

challenging: 2%

mysterious: 1%

Pace

42% of readers chose fast
50% of readers chose medium
6% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

26% of readers chose Plot
52% of readers chose A mix
20% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

38% of readers chose Yes
26% of readers chose Complicated
34% of readers chose No
1% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Loveable characters?

53% of readers chose Yes
26% of readers chose Complicated
20% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

40% of readers chose Yes
14% of readers chose Complicated
42% of readers chose No
2% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

86% of readers chose Yes
6% of readers chose Complicated
7% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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