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Connor wants to read: Can anyone recommend a really twisty political fantasy? I don't want elves and dwarves, more...alternate history? Or military fantasy with or without magic.

Think the Helene vs Keris fighting for control of the Empire plot line of a Reaper at the Gate ...more

Mar 05, 2021 02:00PM · Like

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About Connor

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Age: 32

Location: Leeds, The United Kingdom

About: “Oh, Dog!" Lirael said plaintively, giving the hound a hug. "Why is everything so difficult?"
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she said: " This entire series (especially book 2) is just full of political intrigue! No magic just good old fashion wit against wit. "

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