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Sanction and Sin (Warhammer 40,000) Paperback – September 14, 2021

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Great anthology from Warhammer Crime, packed full of exciting and gritty stories from the city of Varangantua.

The colossal city of Varangantua sprawls across the surface of Alecto like a dying beast, its innards crawling with some of the most insidious criminals the Imperium has to offer. From vast syndicates to small-time gangs and secretive cults, the city’s labyrinthine districts are the perfect breeding ground for all manner of illicit enterprise. The Enforcers of Varangantua are all that stand in the way of total lawlessness, and many of these are as corrupt as the gangers they oppose, knowing no language but violence. The women of this urban warzone experience a daily struggle for survival, but there is always opportunity to be found for those willing to put morality aside…

This Warhammer Crime anthology includes nine short stories featuring the inhabitants of Varangantua – the devout and the devious, the sanctioners and the sinners.
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    Warhammer 40,000
  2. Print length
    368 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publisher
    Warhammer Crime
  5. Publication date
    September 14, 2021
  6. Dimensions
    5 x 0.75 x 7.5 inches
  7. ISBN-10
    1800260326
  8. ISBN-13
    978-1800260320
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Warhammer Crime (September 14, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 368 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1800260326
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1800260320
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5 x 0.75 x 7.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 85 ratings

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  1. Danie Ware

    Danie Ware

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    Author of the Ecko trilogy (a sardonic CyberPunk/Fantasy mashup) and Children of Artifice (an LGBT science fantasy). Also writes Sisters of Battle for the Black Library and Judge Anderson for Rebellion, plus numerous short stories.

    Single Mum, original geek, champion platespinner. Role-player, re-enactor, cat-lover and fitness freak.

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  2. J. S. Collyer

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    J. S. Collyer is science fiction writer from Lancaster, England where she lives since graduating with an MA from Creative Writing from Lancaster University.

    She has always had a taste for stories that are larger than life, but enjoys creating relatable, human narratives.

    Her first novel, Book 1 in the Orbit Series, Zero, an action-packed, character-driven SciFi novel described as ‘Firefly meets James Bond’ was released by Dagda Publishing in 2014 and made it into Northern Soul Magazine’s Best Reads of 2014.

    The sequel, Haven, was released October 2015 and the third and final instalment, Silence, was released July 2016.

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    Jonathan D. Beer is a science fiction and alternative history writer, whose debut novel THE KING OF THE SPOIL is out now from the Black Library. Equally obsessed by the nineteenth century and the 41st millennium, he lives with his wife and assorted cats in the untamed wilderness of Edinburgh, Scotland.

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    Denny Flowers is a science fiction and fantasy writer writing primarily for the Black Library. He is the author of the novel Fire Made Flesh, the novella Low Lives, and numerous short stories.

    He enjoys writing fiction but struggles with author bios, being naturally introverted and uncomfortable referring to himself in the third person. It feels unsettling, as though inviting a Dark Half-style scenario.

    He lives in Kent and is ever watchful of sparrows.

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    Jude lives in the UK and writes to fill the gaps between full time work, running after her kids and trying to wear out a border collie. She loves Zombies, Run, ITF Tae Kwon Do, playing D and D and drinks a powerful load of coffee.

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    Victoria Hayward is a historian by training, publicly funded artist and mother of birds. She is the author of ‘The Carbis Incident’ and ‘The Siege of Ismyr’ for Black Library and is a contributor to the academic anthology ‘Travel Writing in an Age of Global Quarantine.'

    When not writing SFF she works in science communication, helping academics tell stories about their research whether it be on black holes or the palaces of despots. She spent one weird summer working in Westminster which has absolutely nothing to do with her interest in writing about dystopian bureaucracies.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Love this series
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2022
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A very good series. I recommend all the books in it. Cannot wait for the next to come out?
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Anibal Madeira
4.0 out of 5 stars Beyond the Battlefield: A Feminine Touch in Warhammer's crime series
Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2024
Warhammer 40k (and also all 30k novels in the Heresy series) has its roots in a highly popular battle simulation game, a fact certainly well-known to those interested in this book. I won't delve into the game's details, assuming readers are already familiar. Due to those origins, traditionally, published material has primarily focused on the military aspects of the lore, featuring the grand machinations of heretics, aliens, Inquisitors, and Astartes, leaving the lives of billions of civilians on non-invaded worlds often overlooked. While RPGs like Dark Heresy and skirmish games like Necromunda provided glimpses into the lives under Imperial rule, the focus was limited.

Enter the Warhammer Crime titles, offering a deeper exploration of the social, political, and technological intricacies of a single planet - Varangantua. This anthology, "Sanction & Sin," stands out from regular Black Library titles in several ways. Notably, all main characters are female, and many contributing authors are also female. This unique perspective adds depth to the stories, which are highly focused on relationships and practicality.

Here's a brief introduction to each story in the compilation:

"Up in Arms," by Mike Brooks: Follow Sorena, a tough, seasoned veteran, and Mirea, a newbie, as they transport valuable cargo while facing assaults from both old and new foes.

"Bracelet of Bones," by Danie Ware: Sanctioner Luiza Rakhil takes center stage in a non-stop action story involving an ambushed Bulwark and vicious gangs.

"Blood Ballot," by J. S. Collier: Dive into the world of crime, intrigue, and extreme violence within gilded noble houses, where every vote counts and some attempt to escape a seemingly meaningless lifestyle.

"Bitter Harvest," by Denny Flowers: Explore a daring sea raid, clan membership, bio-enhancer tech, and betrayal as the seafaring Khaadi smuggle something dangerous.

"Unnatural Causes," by Jude Reid: In a hospital, the Sisters Hospitaller and Medicae uncover unexpected truths in the cadavers in the morgue, leading to a story with a fantastic ending, emotional depth, and high personal stakes.

"Loose Ends," by Darius Hinks: Tzarva, an accomplished assassin, is hired to eliminate Arch-Confessor Khorze and is determined to avoid competition or leaving any loose ends.

"Confessions of Fire," by Gary Kloster: Immerse yourself in a magnificent Ecclesiarchal investigation involving symbolic murders, heresy, and old sins. I believe this is one of the best stories in the anthology, it features excellent characters and lore.

"The Siege of Ismyr," by Victoria Hayward: Follow the prisoner Lubek Daforn as he must be protected, and Captain Kovak is willing to sacrifice everything to fulfill her mission in this fantastic story set during the besieging of the precinct. It stands out as a personal favorite.

"Service," by Jonathan Beer: A Manufactorum explosion, murders, and a powerful cartel seeking revenge set the stage for an action-noir investigation. Info-broker Melita must find out what's happening in Varangantua, or else her life is forfeit. The story delves excellently into the dynamics of life and death in Varangantua.

While the quality of the stories varies, each is enjoyable, with some reaching the level of excellence. I find myself wanting to see certain characters in other stories or novels.
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Chris
4.0 out of 5 stars A great Warhammer Crime anthology
Reviewed in Sweden on April 9, 2023
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Unnatural Causes, by Jude Reid, was my favorite in this anthology - excellent!
Bitter Harvest, by Denny Flowers; The Siege of Ismyr, by Victoria Hayward; Service, by Jonathan D. Beer - also great stories. The remaing five stories (just) "good".
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5.0 out of 5 stars Another excellent insight into the crime of Varangantua.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 8, 2022
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This collection of short stories provides another series of short stories set in Varangantua. Just like “No good men” all the familiar crime story tropes are there all delivered with a distinct 40K flavour.
I would thoroughly recommend this book to anyone interested in either the crime imprint or 40K.
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Spen's Painting
5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best looks into the nitty gritty individuals of the 40K universe
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 24, 2021
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As much as I love the huge epic battles and wars of the 40k universe, I much prefer seeing the setting from an individual level. Meeting the people who make up the cogs of the machine. Sanction and Sin is a great look into these peoples lives and it's gripping, right from the start!
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paul sparks
5.0 out of 5 stars Warhammer grime!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 15, 2021
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As if living in the grim dark world of 40k was not bad enough now comes tales of the criminality that exists beneath the sight of the God emperor! In off to join the orcs as they are more trustworthy than the citizens of the imperium
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