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Muir, Tamsyn - Gideon the NinthA Dark and Humorous Tale of Necromancy and Swordplay In Tamsyn Muir's captivating and darkly humorous debut novel, Gideon the Ninth, we are transported to the Ninth House, a crumbling, necromantic house teetering on the brink of ruin. Gideon Nav, the Ninth House's brash and rebellious swordswoman, is summoned to compete in the Emperor's Trial, a perilous contest that will determine the fate of her house. A Necromantic Trial with Deadly Stakes Thrust

 

A Dark and Humorous Tale of Necromancy and Swordplay

In Tamsyn Muir's captivating and darkly humorous debut novel, Gideon the Ninth, we are transported to the Ninth House, a crumbling, necromantic house teetering on the brink of ruin. Gideon Nav, the Ninth House's brash and rebellious swordswoman, is summoned to compete in the Emperor's Trial, a perilous contest that will determine the fate of her house.

A Necromantic Trial with Deadly Stakes

Thrust into the opulent and decadent world of the First House, Gideon finds herself surrounded by ruthless competitors, all vying for the Emperor's favor. As she navigates the treacherous halls of the First House, Gideon must not only survive the Trial but also uncover the secrets that threaten to destroy her house and the entire galaxy.

A Unforgettable Protagonist and Intriguing World-Building

Gideon the Ninth is driven by its unforgettable protagonist, Gideon Nav, a witty and sarcastic swordswoman who defies expectations and challenges the rigid social norms of the necromantic society. Muir's masterful world-building immerses readers in a gothic and science fiction-infused setting, where necromancy and swordplay collide, creating a unique and captivating narrative.

A Must-Read for Fans of Dark Fantasy and Unconventional Heroines

With its blend of dark humor, necromantic intrigue, and a memorable protagonist, Gideon the Ninth is a must-read for fans of dark fantasy and unconventional heroines. Muir's storytelling will keep readers on the edge of their seats, eager to unravel the mysteries of the Ninth House and witness Gideon's rebellious journey through a world filled with magic, danger, and unexpected twists.

Additional Description Points:

  • Gideon the Ninth is a captivating and darkly humorous debut novel that introduces readers to the Ninth House, a crumbling necromantic house teetering on the brink of ruin.

  • Gideon Nav, the Ninth House's brash and rebellious swordswoman, is summoned to compete in the Emperor's Trial, a perilous contest that will determine the fate of her house.

  • The novel is driven by its unforgettable protagonist, Gideon Nav, a witty and sarcastic swordswoman who defies expectations and challenges the rigid social norms of the necromantic society.

  • Muir's masterful world-building immerses readers in a gothic and science fiction-infused setting, where necromancy and swordplay collide, creating a unique and captivating narrative.

  • Gideon the Ninth is a must-read for fans of dark fantasy and unconventional heroines. Muir's storytelling will keep readers on the edge of their seats, eager to unravel the mysteries of the Ninth House and witness Gideon's rebellious journey through a world filled with magic, danger, and unexpected twists.

Awards:

Gideon the Ninth has received numerous awards and accolades, including:

  • Locus Award for Best Fantasy Novel
  • Alex Award
  • Audie Award for Best Audiobook - Fantasy
  • Nebula Award for Best Novella
  • Hugo Award for Best Novella
  • Lodestar Award for Best Novel

Title: Gideon the Ninth

Author: Tamsyn Muir

Publisher: Tor Books

Release Date: September 2020

Genre: Fantasy, Gothic, Science Fiction, Adult

Number of Pages: 429

Dimensions: 158 x 235 x 30 mm

Weight: 482 g

Format: Paperback

Relevant Tags: Fantasy, Necromancy, Swordplay, Humor, LGBTQ+, Science Fiction

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Cakirsch
Chelsea, US
★★★★★ 4
Puppy loves it. Well built and fun for her to play with.
Size: 15 in, Color: Retriever
My double doodle mix loved this toy. It is well made and she loves the different texture of the rope. Sadly she has already torn the rope apart and so now it’s just the leather part. This would be the perfect toy for non agressive chewers. Wish the rope lasted a little longer. SPOT is my new favorite company to get her chew toys from now. They’re well built and aren’t expensive like all the other dog toys out there.
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KAV
Boise, US
★★★★★ 2
Destroyed in under 10 minutes
Size: 9 in, Color: Large Bone
I bought 2 of these toys, one for my 9 year old great dane who isn't an aggressive chewer, and one for my 6 month old puppy who is average. In less than 10 minutes both were destroyed and my dane managed to swallow a good chunk. I wasn't surprised when they both had small holes on the ends and started pulling the stuffing out. The stuffing and squeakers were confiscated immediately, but I let them keep chewing. By the time I came back from throwing the insides away, both dogs had chewed the toys in half and my dane swallowed a chunk when he saw me coming. The puppy was going to do the same thing, but luckily we're working on his "drop" command so he was excited enough for the bigger payout and dropped it. They didn't just come apart at the seams, the whole toy ripped in half making it too easy to swallow. Neither of them are aggressive cheers and the toys didn't hold up at all. A stuffed animal toy would have lasted longer (and has any time I've allowed it). 10 minutes of playtime is probably too generous , but I'm trying to be fair. If I hadn't been right there watching them, they both would have been able to swallow the whole thing in minutes. Definitely not safe for any amount of actual chewing.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2025
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Skylaire
San Leandro, US
★★★★★ 5
The perfect teething toy for a puppy of any size - apparently indestructible!
Size: 9 in, Color: Large Bone, Size: 9 in, Color: Large Bone
I ordered this product for an overly excitable, destructive corgi chihuahua mix puppy, who was teething. He was a foster and managed to destroy, almost immediately, every toy I had on-hand for him, and toys I picked up at the local pet store. I was very concerned he'd swallow parts of toys, which can lead to fatal intestinal blockages, not to mention extremely high vet bills which I couldn't cover as a simple foster mom. When it arrived, I crossed my fingers that the "Seam Protection - doubled-stitched seams with heavy duty thread" would actually add "extra durability." And I was NOT disappointed! The bone shape of the toy would probably fit comfortably in the mouth of any dog or puppy, as you can see from photo #4. What's coolest about the shape of this toy is the pup can sink all of his or her teeth into it, providing comfort for the entire mouth and not just a few teeth or only one section of its mouth at a time. I was much more experienced as a kitten foster mom, and had had similar difficulties finding teething toys for kittens. This toy is thin and light weight enough that I imagine it could provide relief for little kitten mouths, also, but I didn't get to find out, as my little foster pup chose this as his #1 favorite toy and brought it with him to his forever home. I wanted to know how long it would take before he'd destroy it, though (picture 5 he'd had this Dura-Fused bone toy for a few hours short of one week, and the last photo - you'll see he'd not even undone a small portion of the seam!) Overall I would highly recommend this product for teething babies of almost any species. As far as I could tell it is indestructible. Almost seven days of constant gnawing and he'd not even taken one stitch out, created any tear or rip, let alone, gotten close to being able to swallow the squeaker (always a fear!). I imagine months later, he's still been unsuccessful at ripping/tearing this toy at all. I'd gladly buy again should I foster any dog or puppy - the company lives up to its moniker, Ethical Products, because they've produced a no-frills and apparently indestructible squeak toy which I'd have no fears of leaving with a teething puppy unsupervised. Highly recommended!
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Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2020
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Amazon Customer
Alexandria, US
★★★★★ 3
Good tug toy
Size: 15 in, Color: Retriever
I have a doberman that shready everything in 2.5 seconds. This lasted a few days so was impressed for the cost. Would buy again as he really liked it.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2025
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Larry B.
Whiting, US
★★★★★ 5
My dog’s new favorite
Size: 8 in, Color: Squirrel
didn’t expect much for the price but my dog actually loves this thing. It’s tough enough to hold up to regular chewing and the leather gives it a nice texture that’s different from the usual plush toys. He carries it around like it’s his prize. It’s not indestructible and if your dog is a heavy shredder it probably won’t last forever but for moderate chewers it holds up way better than a lot of toys I’ve tried. Definitely worth grabbing again.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2025

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