About the Book First published in Japan in 2018 by Kadokawa Corporation, Tokyo--Copyright page. Book Synopsis A CITY OF HIDDEN DEPTHS! In the year since the Battle of the Sanctuary, Subaru Natsuki has been busy honing his skills alongside Emilia and the other members of their merry band. Still, these peaceful days cannot carry on forever-and it is none other than Anastasia, Emilias rival in the royal selection, who brings their respite to an end with an unexpected hand-delivered letter bearing an invitation to the famous Water Gate City of Pristella. Despite their suspicions about the sudden request, they accept and set off for the trade hub that lies at the kingdoms border. There, among the inviting canals and dazzling streets, await old friends, new faces, and a hidden menace lurking in the shadows! About the Author Tappei Nagatsuki is the author of the light novel series RE: Zero.