Not So Well Read | The Serpent Called Mercy

The Serpent Called Mercy

Author: Roanne Lau

Synopsis:
The Witcher meets Squid Game in this Malaysian Chinese-inspired epic fantasy novel where a debt-ridden slumdog joins an illegal monster-fighting arena for some fast coin, but quickly learns the most dangerous beasts are outside the ring.

Characters and Themes:

• Lythlet and Desil: Shackled to a life of debt and poverty, desperate for money.
• Dothilos: The match-master who sees potential in Lythlet, leading to ambition and choices that challenge friendships and honor.

Key Points:

• The novel explores friendship, ambition, and the costs of pursuing one's desires.
• Combines thrilling battles with intricate lore.

Quotes:

“A show-stopping debut that dazzles even as it pulls at your heartstrings. Featuring breathtaking battles, intricate lore, and a remarkable friendship as its beating heart...a thrilling spectacle from beginning to end.” —Chelsea Abdullah, author of The Stardust Thief

“Roanne Lau immerses you into a remarkably vivid world with a gritty underworld that raises the stakes—and your blood pressure.” —Saara El-Arifi, internationally bestselling author of Faebound.