A Far Better Thing

In H. G. Parry’s A Far Better Thing, a captivating blend of fantasy and historical fiction unfolds during the tumultuous French Revolution, drawing inspiration from classics like Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell and A Tale of Two Cities. The story follows Sydney Carton, who was taken by faeries as a child and now seeks revenge against the fae and the changeling Charles Darnay. As he navigates the dangers of London and Paris amidst the Reign of Terror, Carton uses magic and cunning to conceal his intentions, ultimately facing a heart-wrenching choice in the shadow of the guillotine.