The Sinister Booksellers of Bath: A magical map leads to a dangerous adventure, written by international bestseller Garth Nix

Garth Nix's The Sinister Booksellers of Bath is a fantastic fantasy adventure that follows left-handed bookseller Merlin as he discovers a sorcerous map and is led to a place separated from the world, maintained by deadly sorcery performed by an Ancient Sovereign and guarded by monstrous living statues of Portland Stone. The booksellers must investigate centuries of disappearances and deaths and try to unravel the secrets of the murderous Lady of Stone, a serial killer of awesome powers, before she kills again.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 14 September 2023
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Reader reviews for T he Sinister Booksellers of Bath:


Garth Nix showcases his mastery of the fantasy genre in this extraordinary work of fiction. An absolute must-read for fans of the genre!


A thrilling sequel to T he Left-Handed Booksellers of London, this book takes readers on an amazing fantasy adventure. Prepare to be transported to a world filled with wizards, sorcery, ancient artifacts, and living statues!


Well, this is a heap of fun! The booksellers who police the Old World in Bath keep a close watch, particularly on the entity that inhabits the ancient hot spring. But this time, trouble starts from the discovery of a sorcerous map, leading left-handed bookseller Merlin into great danger. A desperate rescue is attempted by his sister, the right-handed bookseller Vivien, and their friend, art student Susan Arkshaw, who is still struggling to deal with her own recently discovered magical heritage.


The map takes the trio to a place separated from the world, maintained by deadly sorcery performed by an Ancient Sovereign, and guarded by monstrous living statues of Portland Stone. But this is just the beginning, as the booksellers investigate centuries of disappearances and deaths and try to unravel the secrets of the murderous Lady of Stone, a serial killer of awesome powers. If they do not stop her, she will soon kill again. And this time, her target is not an ordinary mortal.


A wintry return to the world of T he Left-Handed Booksellers of London, as a magical map leads to a dangerous adventure.


Praise for Garth Nix:


Garth Nix is widely regarded as one of the finest world-builders in the fantasy genre. His intricate and captivating storytelling has captivated readers worldwide, and his books have received numerous accolades and awards.


If you're a fan of fantasy and haven't yet discovered the works of Garth Nix, then you're in for a treat. His books are a must-read for anyone seeking an extraordinary and immersive literary experience.

Weight: 248g
Dimension: 195 x 126 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781399606325