In the Cities of Coin and Spice

"Astonishing work! Valente's endless invention and mythic range are breathtaking. It's as if she's gone night-wandering, and plucked a hundred distant cultures out of the air to deliver their stories to us."--Ellen Kushner, author of Thomas the Rhymer "Weaves layer upon layer of marvels...a treat for all who love puzzle stories."--Carol Berg, author of the Bridge of D'Arnath series "A fairy tale lover's wildest dream come true.... Valente has created a thought-provoking storytelling tour de force."--"Publishers Weekly"