The Justice of Kings
| Author | Richard Swan |
|---|---|
| Series | Empire of the Wolf |
| Publisher | Orbit Books |
Publication date | 2022 |
| Followed by | The Tyranny of Faith |
The Justice of Kings is a 2022 fantasy novel by Richard Swan. It is the first novel in the Empire of the Wolf trilogy.[1]
Synopsis
The book is set in the fictional Sovan Empire, where Justice Sir Konrad Vonvalt and his scribe Helena Sedanka investigate claims of paganism and heresy in a small village.
Reception
The book received positive reviews from critics for its tension and complex characters.[2][3][1] Roy Salzman-Cohen, in a review for Strange Horizons, praised the book's use of fantasy and murder mystery elements as well as its philosophical exploration of justice.[4] Kirkus Reviews awarded it a starred review, calling it "An intriguingly dark (and realistically depressing) deconstruction of a beloved mystery trope."[5]
References
- ^ a b Collins, Adrian (2022-01-04). "REVIEW: The Justice of Kings by Richard Swan". Grimdark Magazine. Retrieved 2025-09-23.
- ^ "The Justice of Kings by Richard Swan". www.publishersweekly.com. Retrieved 2025-09-23.
- ^ GeekMom (2023-05-19). "GeekDad: 'The Justice of Kings' by Richard Swann: A Book Review". GeekMom. Retrieved 2025-09-23.
- ^ Salzman-Cohen, Roy (2024-04-03). "The Justice of Kings by Richard Swan". Strange Horizons. Retrieved 2025-09-23.
- ^ THE JUSTICE OF KINGS | Kirkus Reviews.