Three Parts Dead

In "Three Parts Dead" by Max Gladstone, first-year associate Tara works at an international necromantic firm tasked with resurrecting Kos, the deceased fire god of Alt Coulumb, to prevent disaster in the city. With only the help of Abelard, a chain-smoking priest grappling with his faith, Tara uncovers the truth behind Kos's murder, leading them to navigate a perilous legal landscape. Set in a richly constructed world where justice is a collective force, the story explores the complexities of morality while highlighting the urgency of their mission for the fate of millions.