'Will keep you turning the pages late at night' - Pierce Brown on The Emperor's Blades

War is coming, secrets multiply and betrayal waits in the wings . . .

The Empire's ruling family must be vigilant, as the conspiracy against them deepens. Having discovered her father's assassin, Adare flees the Dawn Palace in search of allies. But few trust her, until she seems marked by the people's goddess in an ordeal of flame.

As Adare struggles to unite Annur, unrest breeds rival armies - then barbarian hordes threaten to invade. And unknown to Adare, her brother Valyn has fallen in with forces mustering at the empire's borders. The terrible choices facing each of them could make war between them inevitable.

Fighting his own battles is their brother Kaden, rightful heir to the throne, who has infiltrated the Annurian capital with two strange companions. While imperial forces prepare to defend a far distant front, Kaden's actions could save the empire, or destroy it.

'Following in the footsteps of George R.R. Martin, Joe Abercrombie and the like . . . Brutal, intriguing and continuing to head toward exciting events and places unknown' - Kirkus Reviews

The Providence of Fire by Brian Staveley is the second novel in the epic fantasy series, Chronicle of the Unhewn Throne, which began with The Emperor's Blades.

This is book two in a fast-moving epic trilogy of betrayal, conspiracy and empire.

About the Author
After more than a decade teaching history, religion, and philosophy, Brian Staveley decided to write books, including the epic Chronicle of the Unhewn Throne series. He now lives on a steep dirt road in the hills of southern Vermont, where he divides his time between fathering, writing, husbanding, splitting wood, skiing, and exploring old trails. Stiff knees permitting, Brian also still competes in multi-day adventure races. While he hopes that participating in these gruelling events will give him insight into the physical and psychological suffering faced by his characters, it's possible that he's just too dumb to quit. To the dismay of his family, he also sometimes tries to play the banjo.

Reviews
A complex and fast-moving fantasy set in a world where treachery and intrigue are everywhere -- L. E. Modesitt, Jr. on The Emperor's Blades
A richly imagined world and vibrant characters . . . an exhilarating adventure -- Elspeth Cooper on The Emperor's Blades
The Emperor's Blades is a promising start to a new voice in fantasy . . . a fantastic and compelling fantasy world -- Io9 on The Emperor's Blades
I was hooked from the first page -- TheBookPlank on The Emperor's Blades
Following in the footsteps of George R.R. Martin, Joe Abercrombie and the like . . . Brutal, intriguing and continuing to head toward exciting events and places unknown -- Kirkus Reviews
I loved every second of it . . . As more and more people discover what a talent Staveley has for creating a full, immersive, magical and exciting world, with characters to match, his popularity will soar -- FantasyFaction
Don't wait until HBO or some film producer pick up the rights before you read this - it's that good . . . Superbly written, sublimely enchanting, utterly engrossing -- TheBookGeek
I just loved this book, couldn't put it down. This incredible sequel to The Emperor's Blades was everything I hoped for . . . As a reader, you just can't ask for more than that * Bibliosanctum.com *
With The Providence of Fire he proves once again that he is the next big Epic Fantasy writer. There are some big names out there, George R. R. Martin, Brandon Sanderson and Steven Erikson to name a few, but they have to be careful. Brian Staveley might knock them of their place. And I do mean this . . . Get started on this amazing series! -- TheBookPlank
If you haven't read Staveley yet, then you are missing out. This is a must read series . . . The Providence of Fire builds brilliantly on the foundations laid by The Emperor's Blades -- TheCivilianReader
This. Book. Does. Not. Stop . . . it very hard to put down, and to me that is a huge indicator of a great read . . . The end of this book will leave you wanting to grab for the next one immediately, but it's so good, I don't recommend putting off reading it either. Just go read it -- TheTenaciousReader
In a stunning follow-up to The Emperor's Blades, Brian Staveley builds upon the character-driven adventure of the first book, expanding the history, mythology, and world-building to suitably epic proportions. More than that, The Providence of Fire reveals the treachery of the first book to be merely the opening gambit in a complex, wide-ranging game of conquest and rebellion . . . Most definitely recommended -- BeautyinRuins
Unexpected plot twists, fascinating characters, brilliant writing . . . It feels like a cross between Joe Abercrombie's First Law trilogy and Daniel Abraham's Dagger and the Coin series -- TheSciFiFanLetter
Sheer quality . . . just keeps giving the reader more and more -- FalcataTimes



Book Information
ISBN 9781447235811
Author Brian Staveley
Format Paperback
Page Count 736
Imprint Tor
Publisher Pan Macmillan
Weight(grams) 472g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 130mm * 45mm