Scott Lynch’s The Lies of Locke Lamora is a witty, fast-paced fantasy heist novel. In a canal city modeled on Renaissance Venice, a band of con artists led by the brilliant Locke Lamora pull off audacious schemes – until a deadly new threat upends their world.
Get the The Lies of Locke Lamora Audiobook on AmazonListen on Audible · also in Kindle & printWhat The Lies of Locke Lamora is about
The Lies of Locke Lamora follows Locke Lamora, the cunning leader of a small crew of thieves known as the Gentleman Bastards, who pose as ordinary citizens while running elaborate cons on the nobility of Camorr, a richly imagined city built atop the glass relics of a vanished civilization.
Just as their boldest scheme unfolds, a mysterious and ruthless figure begins seizing power in the city’s underworld, putting Locke and his friends in real danger. Blending clever capers, sharp banter, and brutal stakes, it’s the propulsive first book in Lynch’s Gentleman Bastard series.
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Why The Lies of Locke Lamora is great on audio
The fast plotting, banter, and dual timelines make the Lies of Locke Lamora audiobook a hugely entertaining listen. Great for fans who like their fantasy clever and quick.
Who should listen
For readers who love heist stories, morally gray rogues, and witty epic fantasy. It’s an adult fantasy with strong language and violence, so it suits mature listeners.
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How to listen to The Lies of Locke Lamora
The Lies of Locke Lamora is available on Audible and Amazon. If you’re new to Audible you can listen with a free trial, or buy the audiobook (also in Kindle and print) on Amazon.
Get the The Lies of Locke Lamora Audiobook on AmazonListen on Audible · also in Kindle & printFrequently asked questions
Is it part of a series?
Yes – it’s the first book in Scott Lynch’s Gentleman Bastard series.
How can I listen to the audiobook?
It’s available on Audible and Amazon. New Audible members can start with a free trial, or buy it on Amazon.
What’s the setting?
A fantasy city called Camorr, inspired by Renaissance Venice and built among the glass relics of an ancient civilization.
Is it light or dark?
It’s witty and fun, but it also gets violent and high-stakes, balancing humor with real danger.