The Book That Wouldn't Burn

Lawrence, Mark

Mark Lawrence is a British author best known for his fantasy novels, particularly the Broken Empire trilogy and its sequels, the Red Queen's War trilogy, and the Book of the Ancestor trilogy.Lawrence began writing at a young age and studied science, but later turned to writing as a full-time profession. His debut novel, "Prince of Thorns," was published in 2011 and tells the story of a young prince who seeks revenge against those who murdered his family. The novel received critical acclaim and was followed by two sequels, "King of Thorns" and "Emperor of Thorns," to complete the Broken Empire trilogy.Lawrence's subsequent series, the Red Queen's War trilogy and the Book of the Ancestor trilogy, are set in different worlds with different characters but share Lawrence's signature style of dark, character-driven fantasy. His writing is known for its vivid descriptions, intricate world-building, and morally complex characters who often defy genre conventions.In addition to his fiction writing, Lawrence is also a scientist and a self-described "retired bandit." He frequently engages with readers and fellow authors on social media and maintains an active presence in the fantasy community.