Lies Sleeping: The Seventh Rivers of London novel

The seventh book in the Rivers of London series, by Sunday Times Number One bestselling author Ben Aaronovitch, follows Martin Chorley, the Faceless Man, who has been unmasked and is on the run. Peter Grant, Detective Constable and apprentice wizard, is involved in an unprecedented joint operation to bring Chorley to justice. However, Peter discovers clues that Chorley is executing the final stages of a long-term plan that has its roots in London's two thousand bloody years of history. To save his beloved city, Peter must seek help from his former best friend and colleague, Lesley May, and confront the malevolent supernatural killer and agent of chaos known as Mr. Punch.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 416 pages
Publication date: 16 May 2019
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

The seventh installment in the Rivers of London series, written by the acclaimed Sunday Times Number One bestselling author Ben Aaronovitch, delves into the intricate tapestry of London's history. In the heart of the city, where the past is never truly buried, Martin Chorley, known as the Faceless Man, has emerged from the shadows, wanted for a multitude of heinous crimes, including murder, fraud, and crimes against humanity. As Detective Constable Peter Grant, an apprentice wizard, takes center stage in an unprecedented joint operation to bring Chorley to justice, he uncovers chilling clues that suggest Chorley is not only alive but is orchestrating the final stages of a long-term plan that has its roots in London's two thousand bloody years of history. With the unwieldy might of the Metropolitan Police bearing down on him, Peter realizes that he must enlist the help of his former best friend and colleague, Lesley May, who brutally betrayed him and everything he thought she believed in. Furthermore, he may have to confront the malevolent supernatural killer and agent of chaos known as Mr. Punch, who poses a formidable threat to the city's safety.

Praise for the Rivers of London novels has been pouring in, with critics hailing Ben Aaronovitch as a master storyteller. The novels have created a captivating world filled with mystery, magic, and fantastic characters that readers have fallen in love with. Nick Frost, for instance, praised Aaronovitch's ability to create a world that is more enchanting than the real London. The Sun described the novels as "brilliant and funny as ever," while The Independent praised their charm, wit, and excitement. The Times praised Aaronovitch's imaginative, irreverent, and all-round irresistible novels, stating that fans of Terry Pratchett and Douglas Adams will find a new favorite in the Rivers of London series.

With over two million copies sold worldwide, the Rivers of London series has firmly established itself as a beloved and iconic series. Its unique blend of mystery, magic, and historical intrigue has captured the hearts of readers around the globe, and it continues to captivate new audiences with each installment. Whether you are a seasoned fan of the genre or a newcomer seeking an imaginative and thrilling adventure, the Rivers of London series is a must-read for anyone who appreciates a well-crafted story that blends humor, suspense, and a touch of the supernatural. So, grab your copy of the latest installment and immerse yourself in the captivating world of London's past and present, where the lines between reality and fantasy blur, and where the fate of the city hangs in the balance.

Weight: 294g
Dimension: 198 x 127 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781473207837