Devices and Desires

Name: Devices and Desires
Author: K.J. Parker

by K.J. Parker

Woman engineer schemes for power through intricate magical device construction

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K.J. Parker

K.J. Parker is the pen name of British author Tom Holt. Parker's work is dark fantasy notable for its engineer protagonist who solves problems with technical skill rather than magic. The Fencer and Engineer trilogies are particularly celebrated for their unusual focus on craft and logistics in a fantasy world.

More by K.J. Parker

The Fencer TrilogySwordmaster seeks redemption after years of mercenary service and violence
The Engineer TrilogyIntelligent protagonist navigates magical world through engineering and innovation
Evil for EvilSequel exploring vendetta and transformation following magical device discovery
The EscapementConclusion of trilogy involving temporal machine and historical consequences