Blood of Empire, Brian McClellan
Blood of Empire, Brian McClellan
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Blood of Empire

Author: Brian McClellan

Narrator: John Telfer

Unabridged: 20 hr 40 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Orbit

Published: 03/17/2020

Synopsis

As their final battle approaches, a sellsword, a spy, and a general must find unlikely and dangerous allies in order to turn the tides of war in the final book of Brian McClellan's epic fantasy trilogy.

The Dynize have unlocked the Landfall Godstone, and Michel Bravis is tasked with returning to Greenfire Depths to do whatever he can to prevent them from using its power; from sewing dissension among the enemy ranks to rallying the Palo population.
Ben Styke's invasion of Dynize is curtailed when a storm scatters his fleet. Coming ashore with just twenty lancers, he is forced to rely on brains rather than brawn -- gaining new allies in a strange land on the cusp of its own internal violence.
Bereft of her sorcery and physically and emotionally broken, Lady Vlora Flint now marches on Landfall at the head of an Adran army seeking vengeance against those who have conspired against her. While allied politicians seek to undo her from within, she faces insurmountable odds and Dynize's greatest general.
Continue the epic fantasy series by the author whose debut novel Brandon Sanderson called "just plain awesome!"
Gods of Blood and PowderSins of EmpireWrath of EmpireBlood of Empire
For more from Brian McClellan, check out:
Powder MagePromise of BloodThe Crimson CampaignThe Autumn Republic

About Brian McClellan

Brian McClellan is an American epic fantasy author from Cleveland, Ohio. He is known for his acclaimed Powder Mage Universe and essays on the life and business of being a writer. Brian now lives on the side of a mountain in Utah with his wife, Michele, where he writes books and nurses a crippling video game addiction.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Brian on November 21, 2019

I mean, *I* certainly liked it.......more

Goodreads review by Petrik on February 03, 2020

ARC provided by the publisher—Orbit—in exchange for an honest review. 3.5/5 stars Six years after the first publication of Promise of Blood, it’s time to say goodbye to the Powder Mage universe. Blood of Empire is the third and last book in the Gods of Blood and Powder trilogy. McClellan has also said......more

Goodreads review by Niki Hawkes on May 13, 2020

Mini Review: [4.5/5 stars] You know those fantasy authors who are so good, you can relax into their writing and just enjoy? That’s McClellan. I’ve been a book reviewer for almost a decade, and it’s difficult sometimes to turn off my critical eye. But every once in a while, a series comes along where......more

Goodreads review by Jody on January 08, 2020

"One of the greatest dangers a soldier could face was the feeling of his own invincibility." Blood of Empire is Brian McClellan's third and final novel in the Gods of Blood and Powder trilogy. Let me begin by saying I really enjoyed the characters in this series. The three main POV's; Vlo......more

Goodreads review by P. on November 26, 2021

This is an "overall" review of the trilogy rather than just this one book. I was sucked into the Powder Mage Trilogy at the first read. Didn't know what to expect from the new trilogy. My overall verdict is, they weren't as enjoyable as their predecessors. But they didn't disappoint either. It was n......more

Quotes

"Top-notch epic fantasy fare."—Publishers Weekly (starred review) on Wrath of Empire

"A brisk and engaging narrative complete with fast-paced action and memorable characters... McClellan's explosive fantasy world will satisfy both established fans of the series and newcomers."—Booklist on Wrath of Empire

"McClellan continues to add depth and richness to his characters and backdrop, swirls in some intriguing plot twists and complications, and sprinkles enough desperate fighting to satisfy the most insistently sanguineous readers...[his] design and construction grow steadily more impressive with each fresh installment."—Kirkus on Wrath of Empire

"Skillful worldbuilding and nuanced characters."—Library Journal (starred review) on Sins of Empire

"Fans of McClellan's Powder Mage trilogy will be happy to return to this fascinating fantasy world, where magic and technology come together in the midst of complicated relationships and unsure alliances . . . . [A] compelling read."—RT Book Reviews on Sins of Empire

"Furious, visceral, and relentlessly thrilling action."—Kirkus on Sins of Empire

"McClellan continues to expand and build on the interesting and engaging world of his previous trilogy while also providing an exciting and fast-paced new story that even those new to the series will enjoy immensely."—Booklist on Sins of Empire

"In Sins of Empire, Brian McClellan returns to the world of his Powder Mage trilogy for a novel that is equal parts military adventure and spy tale, and succeeds wildly on both counts."—Barnes and Noble Sci-Fi & Fantasy Blog

"This book is just plain awesome. I found myself enjoying every moment of it. Innovative magic, quick-paced plot, interesting world. I had a blast."—New York Times bestselling author, Brandon Sanderson on Promise of Blood

"Promise of Blood is a hugely promising debut. Guns, swords, and magic together? What more could you want? How about tense action, memorable characters, rising stakes, and cool, cool magic? Not only the finest flintlock fantasy I've read, but also the most fun. Brian McClellan is the real thing."—New York Times bestseller Brent Weeks on Promise of Blood

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