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The Hexologists: A Tangle of Time

Auteur(s): Josiah Bancroft
Narrateur(s): Sarah Slimani
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 From one of the most exciting and original voices in fantasy comes the second book following the adventures of the Hexologists, Iz and Warren Wilby, as they tackle a case that could redefine the nature of magic itself.

As the nation’s foremost investigators of the paranormal, Isolde and Warren Wilby are accustomed to bumping up against things that go bump in the night. They have made quite a name for themselves as the Hexologists: detectives of the uncanny, the monstrous, the strange. After a decade of wedded bliss and dozens of fantastical adventures, there is little in the world that can still surprise them.

But when a famous artist dies under suspicious circumstances, Isolde finds herself investigating a murder that may not have happened, and a crime scene that seems to shift beneath her feet. Not one to be easily thwarted, Isolde is compelled to take greater and greater risks in pursuit of her elusive answers. Meanwhile, the laws that govern magic appear to be breaking, and those cracks are spreading to the everyday world.

The mystery will carry the devoted duo to seedy underworlds, enchanted gardens, and subterranean military zoos. Old friends will come to the Wilbies’ aid as they infiltrate secret societies, battle vicious imps, and flee from a pack of venomous wolves. Equipped with Isolde’s hexes, Warren’s muscle, and an enchanted bag full of magical relics, the Hexologists will have to risk life and limb to unravel the riddle at the heart of A Tangle of Time.
For more from Josiah Bancroft, check out:

The Books of Babel

Senlin Ascends
The Arm of the Sphinx
The Hod King
The Fall of Babel

The Hexologists
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Ce que les critiques en disent

"Bancroft is a wonder as ever! The Hexologists was a joyous delight on every page--buoyantly inventive, witty, poignant, gripping, and deeply satisfying."—Madeline Miller, New York Times Bestselling author of Circe
“Bancroft has returned to the page in force, deploying his crystal prose and razored wit around a tale that mixes whimsy and threat in equal measure. He's a gift to the genre and we should support his work.”—Mark Lawrence, author of The Book That Wouldn’t Burn
"Characters and humor make this magic-meets-steampunk novel worth checking out."—Kirkus on The Hexologists
"This madcap thriller is recommended for readers who can’t resist the rising wave of fantasy mystery series."—Library Journal on The Hexologists
"An entertaining investigative romp."—Booklist on The Hexologists
"It's rare to find a modern book that feels like a timeless classic. I'm wildly in love with this book."—Pierce Brown, author of Red Rising on Senlin Ascends
“Josiah Bancroft’s imagination will astound you. One of the most inventive fantasy authors out there.” —Fonda Lee, author of the Green Bone Saga
“Fantastic! The Hexologists fizzes eloquently with wit and elegance, but also has marvelous worldbuilding and an excellent plot - and a central pair of characters who I quite simply love. A cocktail of a book made with the very best champagne.”—Genevieve Cogman, author of The Invisible Library
"Bancroft brilliantly inaugurates a new fantasy series with this suspenseful and humorous introduction to “private investigators of the paranormal.” This light and charming tale encompasses a twisty mystery, detailed Victorian-esque worldbuilding, and nuanced protagonists who love each other dearly, all relayed in Bancroft’s superior prose. Readers will be eager to see how the series evolves."—Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)
"The Hod King is a compelling and original novel; the "Books of Babel" are something you hope to see perhaps once a decade - future classics, which may be remembered long after the series concludes."—Los Angeles Times on The Hod King
"Senlin Ascends is one of the best reads I've had in ages . . . I was dragged in and didn't escape until I'd finished two or three days later."
—Mark Lawrence, author of Prince of Thorns on Senlin Ascends
"Deeply compelling . . . A classic in the making."—B&N Sci-Fi & Fantasy Blog
"Wonderfully unique and superbly well written. I loved every page."—Nicholas Eames, author of Kings of the Wyld on Senlin Ascends
"Senlin is a man worth rooting for, and his strengthening resolve and character is as marvelous and sprawling as the tower he climbs."—The Washington Post on Senlin Ascends
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Rating: 4.5☆ (Outstanding)

Blurb Review: A superb follow up to the first Hexologists adventure, A Tangle of Time never quite reaches the heights of the first tale, takes a bit to get into, and seems to meander along the way, but comes together splendidly in an explosive finale that weaves together all the threads in such a satisfying manner. Bancroft continues to climb the list of my favourite authors and I can't wait to read whatever he puts out next.

Worldbuilding/Immersion: 5☆
Bancroft is my favourite worldbuilding author. Period. I adore his fantastical settings and menagerie of strange creatures.

Characters: 4☆
I love the Wilbys and the supporting cast it quite good - if not as shining as those from the first novel.

Plot: 3.75☆
It feels quite meandering at first and there were a few tangents that made me question if the story knew where it was going, but by the end it all come together so cleverly and nothing was wasted in the slightest.

Investment/Stakes/Emotional Impact: 4.5☆
The final act was highly tense as the race to solve the mystery and put everything right really hits home for the protagonists.

Writing/Prose: 4.75☆
Bancroft is an artist with his prose...and sometimes the brush gets away from him just a little bit!

Audiobook Narration: 4.25☆
The narrator nails Isolde and is quite good for the other voices as well.

Content Warning: The titular married couple enjoy each other's company and aren't too shy about it - nothing graphic is described, but there are some ribald flirtations and fade-to-black type scenes scattered throughout. A different couple collects nude statues which are anatomically described with an air of artistic-critique.

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Fiction Review Rubric:
5☆ = Masterful
4.75☆ = Exemplary
4.5☆ = Outstanding
4.25☆ = Really Great
4☆ = Great
3.75☆ = Really Good
3.5☆ = Good
3.25☆ = Above Average
3☆ = Average
2.75☆ = Slightly Below Average
2.5☆ = Below Average
2☆ = Mediocre
1.5☆ = Poor
1☆ = Pretty Bad
0.5☆ = Truly Awful

An Outstanding Sequel

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