Synopsis

In a world where magic clashes with musket fire, Field Marshal Tamas, a brilliant military leader, orchestrates a bloody coup d'état, overthrowing the corrupt King and the entrenched nobility. With the old order shattered and the capital city in chaos, Tamas quickly moves to consolidate power, but the revolution is far from over. As he struggles to prevent a civil war and uncover the conspiracies threatening his new regime, ancient whispers begin to spread among the populace: rumors of a broken promise, forgotten gods stirring, and omens of a darker power returning to walk the earth. Meanwhile, his son, Taniel Two-shot, a famed Powder Mage, delves into the heart of the capital's magical underbelly, confronting a threat more insidious than any political enemy. 'Promise of Blood' ignites an explosive new fantasy series, blending flintlock technology with powerful magic, where a single bullet can be as devastating as a spell, and the line between soldier and sorcerer is blurred.

Critical Reception

"Recipient of the David Gemmell Morningstar Award, this novel is lauded by fantasy giants like Brandon Sanderson and Peter Brett as an explosive and groundbreaking addition to the epic fantasy genre."

Metadata

ISBN:9781405519946
Pages:574
Age Rating:16+

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