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The Saint of Bright Doors

by Vajra Chandrasekera

Dragon Award for Best Science Fiction Novel · 2024 · ShortlistNebula Award (Best Novel) · 2023 · Winner
TordotcomsffISBN 9781250895097

Award History

AwardYearStatus
Dragon Award for Best Science Fiction Novel2024Shortlist
Nebula Award (Best Novel)2023Winner

About This Book

A debut novel set in a city divided by competing political and religious factions, following Fetter, who was raised to be a holy assassin but has lost his shadow. A rich exploration of religion, colonialism, and identity that won the Nebula Award for Best Novel.

About the Author

Vajra Chandrasekera is a Sri Lankan author of science fiction known for ambitious, politically engaged work that draws on South Asian history and mythology. His novel The Saint of Bright Doors was a Hugo Award finalist and Locus Award winner. Rakesfall was a Locus Award finalist for Best SF Novel in 2025. Read more →

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