The Fifth Elephant (Discworld Novels) by Sir Terry Pratchett

Set in the whimsical world of Discworld, a place where magic and absurdity reign, Sam Vimes finds himself in a precarious situation. Once a respected duke and chief of police, he is now on the run, caught in a web of political intrigue and crime. As he navigates the unfamiliar landscape of diplomacy and deception, Vimes must confront the shadows of his past while striving to uphold justice.

His journey takes him to mysterious lands and unravels a plot involving a legendary beast, the fabled Fifth Elephant. With a colorful cast of characters and Pratchett's signature humor, this tale explores themes of duty and morality in a world where the absurd is the norm. Vimes must outsmart his enemies and forge unlikely alliances to restore order and prevent chaos from enveloping his beloved city.