The book "Lord of Opium" is an exciting sci-fi romantic drama written by the famous American writer Nancy Farmer. Sequel to the classic novel "Bones of the Fragments". In this book, we return to the world of the Lawman, a new country where power belongs to the legendary drug lord El Patron. The main character Mateo inherited a great and important responsibility - to become the new Lord of Opium and adapt to the cruel world of political intrigues, ambitious plans and internal conflicts. In this novel, Nancy Farmer examines questions of morality, justice, and power through the prism of conflicting relationships between characters. "The Lord of Opium" captivates the reader with its complex plot, deep characters and unexpected turns of events. This book will surely leave a mark in the hearts of fans of science fiction and philosophical literature.