Sins of Empire by Brian McClellan

Sins of Empire (Gods of Blood and Powder, #1)

by Brian McClellan

'Crackles with excitement and adventure on every page' Fantasy Book Review

Enter a war-torn world where gunpowder and magic collide

The nation of Fatrasta is a haven for criminals, rebels, adventurers and sorcerers seeking relics of the past. As insurrection grows, only the iron will of the Lady Chancellor holds the capital city of Landfall together.

Yet an ancient power as old as time is rising, and the fate of this young nation now rests in the hands of a spy, a disgraced war hero and a mercenary general with a past as turbulent as Landfall's present.

Sins of Empire is the explosive new epic fantasy from Gemmell Award-winning author Brian McClellan. Look out for Wrath of Empire, book two in the Gods of Blood and Powder series, in May 2018.

Praise for Brian McClellan:

'Gunpowder and magic. An explosive combination' Peter Brett

'Brings a welcome breath of gunpowder-tinged air to epic fantasy' Anthony Ryan

'Tense action, memorable characters, rising stakes . . . Brian McClellan is the real thing' Brent Weeks

'Innovative magic, quick-paced plot, interesting world. I had a blast' Brandon Sanderson

Books by Brian McClellan:

Gods of Blood and Powder
Sins of Empire
Wrath of Empire

The Powder Mage trilogy
Promise of Blood (Winner of the Gemmell Morningstar Award)
The Crimson Campaign
The Autumn Republic

Reviewed by Beth C. on

4 of 5 stars

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Excellent book. In terms of Epic Fantasy, you've got gods and wars and internal politics...and some really great characters. I listened to it on audio, and wasn't really aware of just how LONG the book is. At one point, when it felt like things were beginning their wrap-up process, I still had 7 hours to go. But the narrator is FABULOUS, and the really enjoyed the story. Will definitely be going for book #2!

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