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Series

The Locked Tomb

3 books

The Locked Tomb series by Tamsyn Muir has 3 books. Start with Gideon the Ninth (2019), then read the rest in the order below.

The Locked Tomb reading order

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Gideon the Ninth

Tamsyn Muir

In a decaying empire of nine distinct Houses, each with its own necromantic specialty, Gideon Nav has spent her life as an indentured servant to the Ninth House, surrounded by bone dust and ancient skeletons. When the Ninth House's heir, Harrowhark Nonagesimus, is summoned to compete in a deadly trial to become an immortal Lyctor, Gideon reluctantly agrees to serve as her cavalier. Thrown into a treacherous game of politics and magic alongside representatives from the other Houses, Gideon and Harrow must navigate a labyrinth of secrets, betrayals, and ancient grudges. Tamsyn Muir masterfully blends gothic horror, science fiction, and dark humor in this unforgettable tale of duty, sacrifice, and the enduring power of unlikely alliances.

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Harrow the Ninth

Tamsyn Muir

In the wake of a devastating loss, the Ninth House's sole necromancer, Harrowhark Nonagesimus, must confront her own fractured psyche and the ghosts of her past to protect the crumbling empire. Aboard the Emperor's spectral space station, she grapples with ancient mysteries, treacherous alliances, and the very nature of life and death. Tamsyn Muir delivers a mind-bending sequel that plunges readers into a labyrinth of magic, murder, and cosmic horror, challenging perceptions and unraveling secrets with her signature blend of dark humor and intricate world-building.

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Nona the Ninth

Tamsyn Muir

In the wake of cataclysm, a young soul named Nona navigates a world teetering on the brink of destruction, unaware of her own profound significance. As ancient secrets of cryogenics and necromancy unfurl, revealing the tragic history of a fallen Earth, Nona finds herself at the center of a desperate race against time. With allies grappling with possession and fragmented identities, the fate of humanity rests on reclaiming a lost past before it's too late. This installment delves deeper into the intricate lore and complex relationships that define this universe, exploring themes of identity, memory, and the enduring power of love amidst cosmic devastation.

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