The second novel in a brilliant fantasy trilogy from the international
bestselling author of Prince of Thorns.
Behind its walls, the Convent of Sweet Mercy has trained young girls to hone
their skills for centuries. In Mystic Class, Novice Nona Grey has begun to
learn the secrets of the universe. But so often even the deepest truths just
make our choices harder. Before she leaves the convent, Nona must choose which
order to dedicate herself to--and whether her path will lead to a life of
prayer and service or one of the blade and the fist.
All that stands between her and these choices are the pride of a thwarted
assassin, the designs of a would-be empress wielding the Inquisition like a
knife, and the vengeance of the empire's richest lord.
As the world narrows around her, and her enemies attack her through the system
she is sworn to, Nona must find her own path despite the competing pulls of
friendship, revenge, ambition, and loyalty.
And in all this only one thing is certain: there will be blood.
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Review
Praise for Grey Sister
"Vivid worldbuilding and fast-paced action...Readers who loved Red Sister
will find this second series outing even more compelling."-- Library Journal(starred review)
"Once again, Lawrence combines great world building and dynamic characters to
craft an exciting, gritty fantasy novel."-- Booklist (starred review) _
_ "Lawrence's suspenseful account of Nona's efforts to complete her training
and gain control over her powers balances action and introspection, and will
keep readers hooked."-- Publishers Weekly
Praise for Red Sister
"Fabulous, in-depth world building, great characters, and as always with
Lawrence, plotting that is fresh and unpredictable...If you like fresh, take-
no-prisoners fantasy, this is for you." --Rick Riordan,#1 New York Times
_bestselling author of _The Burning Maze
"Dark, passionate, tense, with a female hero anyone could relate to--Iwas
utterly fascinated! This is no pretty, flowery tale, but one ofvastly
different people struggling to survive when a hostile governmentcomes to
power."--Tamora Pierce, #1 New York Times bestselling author of _Battle
Magic
_ "The lyrical excellence of previous books is present in full force here and
it's fair to say that Mark Lawrence has evolved into a master of his craft. In
Red Sister he has produced a novel that is as thought provoking as it is
entertaining, and as poignant as it is ferocious. Highly recommended."--
Anthony Ryan, New York Times _bestselling author of _The Legion of Flame
"In this stunning, action-filled series launch, Lawrence ('Broken Empire'
trilogy) establishes a fantastic world in which religion and politics are
sharp as swords, with magic and might held in the hands of wonderful and
dangerous women. Impatient George R.R. Martin fans will find this a pleasing
alternative until the next installment in his "A Song of Ice and Fire" saga
arrives." _-- Library Journal (_starred review)
About the Author
Mark Lawrence is the author of the Broken Empire trilogy, the Red Queen's
War trilogy, and the Book of the Ancestor trilogy, and a former research
scientist working on artificial intelligence. He is a dual national with both
British and American citizenship, and has held secret-level clearance with
both governments.