Upon a Burning Throne, Ashok K. Banker
Upon a Burning Throne, Ashok K. Banker
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Upon a Burning Throne

Author: Ashok K. Banker

Narrator: Vikas Adam

Unabridged: 24 hr 36 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Recorded Books

Published: 04/16/2019

Categories: Fiction, Fantasy, Epic


Synopsis

Two princes, Shvate and Adri, are born in Hastinaga, capital of the vast Krushan empire-one blind, the other albino. Though one cannot see, and the other cannot face sunlight, the Dowager Empress Jilana and Prince Regent Vrath assure their people and allies that all will be well. Any rumblings of dissent are summarily quashed and none dares challenge the might of the Burnt Empire. But when Jarsun of Reygistan's daughter is spurned by the ruling family despite her legitimate claim to the Throne, Jarsun-a powerful demonlord-embarks upon a relentless campaign to destroy the Burnt Empire. and all who stand in his way.

About Ashok K. Banker

ASHOK K. BANKER is the author of more than seventy books, including the internationally acclaimed Ramayana series. Their works have all been bestsellers in India and have sold around the world. They live in Southern California.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Starlah

woooow !! review to come after I gather the pieces of my soul this shattered......more

Goodreads review by Tammie

05/19/22 reread: top tier fantasy, so underrated it hurts 😭 I completely forgot about the twist at the end and now I am extra excited to get to book 3 now that it's out! CW: ableism, incest, rape (mentioned), animal death, graphic violence & gore I devoured this 650+ page book in 4 days, which I thin......more

Goodreads review by Jessie

Oh my goodness what a pleasant surprise this was! I went in with tempered expectations given the rather low goodreads rating, but wow!!!! It blew me away! I’m not quite sure why this is rated so low! It definitely deserves a lot more attention and praise! First of all, the writing is absolutely gorge......more

4.0 Stars I really enjoyed this East Indian inspired epic fantasy novel. The complex character was wonderfully complex. The novel explores some progressive and nuanced ideas surrounding disabilities and gender roles. Likewise, the worldbuilding was detailed and fascinating. I really enjoyed this one......more