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In "Hex and the City," private investigator John Taylor is tasked by Lady Luck to probe the origins of the Nightside—the enigmatic, perpetual twilight realm that lies beneath London. As he delves deeper, Taylor discovers clues to the long‑forgotten life of his mother, and realizes that the very fabric of the Nightside, and perhaps the universe, hangs in balance. The novel weaves urban fantasy with detective intrigue, exploring hidden streets, the paradoxical nature of time, and the price of seeking truth.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Fantasy/Urban Fantasy
Authors: Simon R. Green
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