“Donnelly returns readers to the world of Amberlough (2017) in this sequel, in which the fallout of a fascist regime's triumph continues to haunt those who escaped it.or who thought they had. Offer it to adventurous Le Carré fans: readers in search of espionage and political intrigue-with a dash of romance-against a distinctive backdrop.” - Booklist, on Armistice “Donnelly’s use of language, setting, and descriptions all serve to evoke a smoky, lustrous Art Deco atmosphere reminiscent of a 1930s theatrical production. “Bracing timely.Donnelly has successfully built upon her intricate, lush world of passionate spies and turncoats, and each character leaps off the page in this satisfying novel that succeeds on both grand an intimate scales.” - Publishers Weekly, starred review, on Armistice It will change you.” -Hugo Award-winning author Mary Robinette Kowal “Beautiful, all too real, and full of pain. “Astonishing!” -World Fantasy Award-winning author Ellen Kushner “James Bond by way of Oscar Wilde.” -Holly Black Everything is barreling towards an international revolt.and only the wiliest ones will be prepared for what comes next. When their fates collide, machinations are put into play, unexpected alliances are built, and long-held secrets are exposed. and Cordelia, a former cabaret stripper turned legendary revolutionary.Įach one harbors dangerous knowledge that can upturn a nation. Lillian, a reluctant diplomat serving a fascist nation,Īristide, an expatriate film director running from lost love and a criminal past,

In a tropical country where shadowy political affairs lurk behind the scenes of its glamorous film industry, three people maneuver inside a high stakes game of statecraft and espionage:

“A hefty novel full of fascinating characters exploring oversized topics such as sexuality, music, culture, fascism, nationalism, class wars, revolution and love.” - Shelf Awareness Armistice returns to Donnelly’s ravishing 1930s Art Deco-tinged fantasy world of the Nebula and Lambda Award-nominated Amberlough with a decadent, tumultuous mixture of sex, politics, and spies

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