Praise for City of Dreams and Nightmare:
“Adventures in a nightmare citadel – a story that hits the ground running and doesn’t let up.” – Liz Williams
“Born story-teller Ian Whates takes us on a gripping, terrifying trip-of-a-lifetime, through the heights and depths of the exotically grim city of Thaiburley, in this excellent fantasy thriller.” – Tanith Lee
“[It] grabs you pretty much from the first page… Highly recommended.” – Fantasy Book Critic
“City of Dreams & Nightmare is a brilliantly executed novel, perfectly paced, beautifully described and a true joy to read.” – ScienceFictionandFantasy.co.uk
“City of Hope and Despair is a fantastic book, full of emotional ups and downs, turmoil and adventure, drawn with a steady, deft hand by Whates, whose authorial control is magnificent.” – Libri Leonis