Though the events in the previous volume were indeed climactic, Abraham’s story illustrates how far ranging the consequences of one’s actions can be. So, taking a bit of a step away from the first volume, Daniel Abraham gives readers what is essentially a fantastically infused murder mystery set in the imagined city of Machi. Otah’s old companion – to call the man who coveted and loved the same woman as you a friend is a bit of a stretch – Maati is tasked by the head of his order the Dhai-kvo to investigate the deaths. Otah’s family becomes the central focus of the novel as one of his brothers – in line for the family throne of the Khai – is murdered. Maati is living a life of dishonor because of being involved in the events of the previous novel and Otah is living the simple life of a courier in an attempt to remove himself even further from his family, his role in the events in Saraykeht, and the world of the poets. Picking up thirteen years after the momentous events that closed out A Shadow in Summer, the second installment of A Betrayal in Winter sees the characters of Maati and Otah somewhat changed.
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