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As war rises like smoke and old magics mix with rage, one prince may be a hero . . . or the downfall of an empire
Prince Alex wants to be the ruler his kingdom demands . . . but the line between ruler and tyrant blurs with every new threat. With his controlling father away at war and a royal council turned mad for power, Alex relies on his wits for guidance . . . but what happens when those he trusts most may have betrayed him?
Empire of Dust continues an epic fantasy unlike any other, as an ambitious queen taunts fate with the blood of an angry god, a tribe of warlords hunts the last heirs of ancient magic, two captive princesses seek freedom at any price and the brave are lured into darkness. As tests of loyalty lead to blood and death, the prince's next move will bring his enemies to heel . . . or turn an empire to dust.
Praise for Legacy of Kings
"An engrossing combination of fantasy and history—readers who love myth and magic will devour it!" —#1 New York Times–bestselling author Alex Flinn
"A richly detailed world full of romance, magic, and intrigue." —New York Times–bestselling author Amy Ewing
Blood of Gods and Royals series
Legacy of Kings
Empire of Dust
Reign of Serpents
Dawn of Legends
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Kindle Book
- ISBN: 9781459294875
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- ISBN: 9781459294875
- File size: 6711 KB
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EPUB ebook
- ISBN: 9781459294875
- File size: 1029 KB
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Reviews
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April 15, 2016
The second outing in Herman's Blood of Gods and Royals series following Legacy of Kings (2015), continuing the tale of Alexander the Great and his compatriots as teens.A cast of dozens, with eight narrative perspectives (six teens and two adults), full of reawakening magic, sex, and lots and lots of violence: it's the formula behind George R.R. Martin's bestselling A Song of Ice and Fire, and there's no doubt it has appeal. Indeed, the present-tense narration and the short, sometimes-choppy sentences ("The two men guarding the doorway relax when they see him. 'Good job, ' he says, clapping them on the back. He waves to his men on the other tower. Where's Phrixos?") on occasion make this sound like the chapter-book version of exactly that stripe of epic fantasy, although the lack of certain trappings like a map or list of important figures (many of them historical) leads to a needlessly confusing reading experience. Regardless, fans will love this volume: the stakes are higher, the romantic permutations continue unabated, and the impressive battle scene is lovingly rendered. It's a strangely balanced romantic fantasy, both old-fashioned (misogyny; wicked, promiscuous queen) and forward-thinking (Alex seems to be asexual; Cynane owns her sexual desires and actions), and set in a time and place that guarantees multicultural exoticism.This middle volume offers a rising plot and ever bigger baddies; anyone who makes it this far is definitely in for Volume 3. (author's note; discussion guide) (Historical fantasy. 14 & up)COPYRIGHT(2016) Kirkus Reviews, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
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July 1, 2017
Prince Regent Alexander and his enemies regroup and search for allies after their first battle in Legacy of Kings. But converging outside forces threaten to blindside both. Lack of clarity in the eight alternating points of view muddles the timeline. Herman lays the groundwork for this historical fantasy's next installment, deepening not only the political intrigue but also the magic and her characters' emotional toil.(Copyright 2017 by The Horn Book, Incorporated, Boston. All rights reserved.)
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