A Time of Ashes is the first book in a fantasy trilogy about the city of Kitamar and its inhabitants from one of the authors of the monumental space opera The Expanse. Kitamar is a center of trade and wealth, an ancient city with a long and bloody history. Within the ring of its walls live countless thousands of people and their stories unfold. This is the story of Alice. When her brother is murdered, a petty thief from Longhill County decides to find out who did it and why. But the more she learns about the criminal, the more truths are revealed about herself, and these secrets turn out to be more dangerous than a knife. Drawn into an intrigue as deep as the roots of Kitamar, where the secrets of the lowborn can overthrow the rulers, Alys will choose a story that could change everything. others. From Daniel Abraham, co-author of James Corey's pseudonymous fantasy series The Expanse and Hugo Award winner, comes the first book in a new trilogy of epic fantasy set within the walls of the great city of Kitamar over the course of one tumultuous year. And every story matters, and the fate of the city itself is made up of them all. “An atmospheric and mesmerizing tapestry, woven with skill and patience.” ― Joe Abercrombie “Premieres an outstanding series that will instantly captivate readers with its mystery and leave them eager for more.” ― Publishers Weekly “The author is so good at conveying the feeling of a place and the inextricable connection with the people who inhabit it... I highly recommend it.” ― Fantasy & Science Fiction “This new release has all the hallmarks of a great work.” ― Kirkus “Kitamar is an impressive creation, a city brought to life through dense, intricate world-building and subtle magic. Fans of Scott Lynch or Robert Jackson Bennett will love it." ― Django Wechsler The writer builds his world with the confident skill that you would expect from an author with such a writing background. Kitamar is in the hands of a professional.