Thraxas

In the magical city of Turai, murder, mayhem and ruthless criminal brotherhoods are rife. The only people more corrupt than the politicians are the Royal Family. And the weather is awful.

It's down these mean, muddy streets that Thraxas, ex-soldier, failed sorcerer and epic drinker, ekes out a living as a private investigator.

But when Princess Du-Akai, third in line to the throne, employs him to look into a very delicate matter, it seems that his luck is about to change. And it does. A few hours later, he's in jail — accused of murder.

Thraxas: a man of extraordinary courage, legendary strength and nerves of steel he isn't, but his unique charm and very well-hidden talents are destined to make him one of the best-loved characters in fantasy fiction.