Synopsis
From the bestselling author of Sanctuary comes a thrilling Orwellian vision of Britain, with a rebellious Hunger Games heart. Gilded Cage is the astonishing debut novel by Vic James, and the first title in her electrifying The Dark Gifts Trilogy.
A modern Britain.
An age-old cruelty.
Britain's magically skilled aristocracy compels all commoners to serve them for ten years – and now it's the Hadleys' turn. Abi Hadley is assigned to England's most ruthless noble family. The secrets she uncovers could win her freedom – or break her heart. Her brother Luke is enslaved in a brutal factory town, where new friends' ideals might cost him everything.
Then while the elite vie for power, a young aristocrat plots to remake the world with his dark gifts. As Britain moves from anger to defiance, all three must take sides. And the consequences of their choices will change everything, forever.
'A dark and intriguing vision of an alternate, magic-drenched Britain, Gilded Cage kept me up way into the night'– Aliette de Bodard, author of The House of Shattered Wings
Continue the fantasy series with Tarnished City and Bright Ruin.
Details
26 January 2017
9781509821457Reviews
Beautifully characterised and compellingly plotted, Gilded Cage is an impressive debutGuardian
A dazzling addition to the growing genre of alternative historical fiction, James's first novel has the added bonus of compelling page-turnabilityDaily Mail
I really enjoyed this. It was a fast-paced, entertaining story, in a world that left me wanting to find out more. I will definitely be getting the next book when it comes outGenevieve Cogman, author of The Invisible Library
A dark and intriguing vision of an alternate, magic-drenched Britain, Gilded Cage kept me up way into the nightAliette de Bodard, author of The House of Shattered Wings
