The Censor's Hand: Book One of the Crossed Swords Trilogy

#1 BESTSELLER IN LOW FANTASY, AMAZON UK, 2019MAGIC, FAITH and JUSTICE clash in a world of intrigue and action.Miranda, one of the hundred adopted daughters of the Dowager Duchess, wants nothing more than to become a master of the cunning arts. Only a fool would doubt her genius, but never before has a woman been permitted to wield such power. Jonathan faces ruin. The sails of his mill haven't turned since the Company of Cunning diverted the winds of Bromwich to their advantage. He's always been a devout and law-abiding man. How far will he go to protect his family from destitution and the gangsters at his doorstep? If Daniel, his brother, passes the tests to become a censor, maybe he could protect them. He might even get the chance to make amends for what happened to their sister. But in the real world, justice is elusive, and the damage of the past can rarely be undone. A fantasy thriller for the adult reader, The Censor's Hand presents a dark and intricate vision of a world transformed by magic. Reviews"An impressive new series." - Starburst Magazine, UK "Absolutely fantastic." - The Dyslexic Reader, Ireland "I really like this book." - The Weatherwax report, USA "I recommend this book." - Ventureadlaxre, Australia"A uniquely crafted world of fantasy and magic." - The Joycean Booknerdery, Netherlands "Masterfully crafted...I'm hanging on the edge of my seat to read the next instalment. By the end of The Censor's Hand, you will be too." - Reader Nature, USA

About the Author

A.M. Steiner grew up in Highgate, North London, a place of wild forests and ancient graveyards. He spent his schooldays raiding the local library, immersing himself in role-playing games and paying attention to his teachers when they were talking about ancient gods. Later in life, he travelled the world, had many adventures, and learned a great deal about the murky worlds of business, politics and magic. When he is not writing dark fantasy novels, Adam fences épée and longsword.

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