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Guardian of the Night

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Reads 539
Votes 59
Parts 28
Time 7h 53m

[Book Nine of the "Patrons' World" series.]

In the city of Adrasusk, Captain Bilain 'Bil-Hook' Grasall had protected The Sprawl for much of her adult life as a member of the Ward Watch. When a Senator is murdered, she finds herself tasked with seeking out the people responsible and bringing them to justice.

As the investigation becomes ever more complex and deadly, Bilain is drawn into a conspiracy that could threaten the entire city, her beloved Ward and her family. Navigating the complexities of a diverse city, politics and an untouchable wealthy society, Bilain sees her skills stretched to the limit.

And when a mysterious, powerful vigilante stalks the streets, roofs and alleyways of The Sprawl, Bilain's life only becomes ever more complicated.

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