City of Torment
City of Torment is the second novel in the Abolethic Sovereignty series written by Bruce Cordell and published in September 2009.
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| Author | Bruce Cordell | 
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| Country | United States | 
| Language | English | 
| Series | Abolethic Sovereignty | 
| Genre | Fantasy novel | 
| Publisher | Wizards of the Coast | 
Publication date  | September 2009 | 
| Media type | Print (Paperback) | 
| Pages | 320 | 
| ISBN | 978-0-7869-5184-0 | 
| Preceded by | Plague of Spells | 
| Followed by | Key of Stars | 
Plot summary
    
Raidon Kane travels to the underground fortress of the slumbering aboleths, intending to kill the Eldest in its sleep. A warlock, an arch fey, a pirate, and a high priestess of the Abolethic Sovereignty all have their own intentions for the Eldest.
Reception
    
One reviewer stated: "With City of Torment, Cordell cements himself as one of fantasy's most compelling authors and a boon to the continued allure and lore of the Realms. His voice is fresh, his prose is quick and sharp, and his characters able to feel realized while still leaving a few layers to peel away as the saga hurtles toward its conclusion -- one this reader is eagerly anticipating."[1]
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