The Prophecy Con
Rogues of the Republic
Fantasy
47North
September 23, 2014
512
Book Two in the Rogues of the Republic series.
Who would have thought a book of naughty poems by elves could mean the difference between war and peace? But if stealing the precious volume will keep the Republic and the Empire from tearing out each other's throats, rogue soldier Isafesira de Lochenville - "Loch" to friends and foes alike - is willing to do the dishonest honors. With her motley crew of magic-makers, law-breakers, and a talking warhammer, she'll match wits and weapons with dutiful dwarves, mercenary knights, golems, daemons, an arrogant elf, and a sorcerous princess.
The Prophecy Con is an amazing sequel that builds on the first book. Loch and team have a new job that needs doing, and some interesting Imperial antagonists are introduced. We are also introduced to new facets of the world, as well as some fun interactions with Dwarves and Elves, and their respective cultures. Characters are flushed out and developed, and some interesting side-romances occur. This is a well-executed book with plenty of creativity and continued excitement.