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From a new star in epic fantasy comes an irresistibly compelling novel where an unlikely team must band together to unearth a conspiracy that might devastate their empire in this captivating blend of page-turning locked room mystery and lyrical fantasy that readers will find ‘ensnaring.’ (Cat Rambo).
"Detailed and mysterious, a place to explore and relish. Empire of Exiles is highly recommended!’ – R.A. Salvatore
‘In these pages, you are in the hands of a master.’ - Ed Greenwood
‘Characters I love, plot twists that keep coming, and a unique and fascinating world!" – Melissa Caruso
‘Beautifully wrought and equally ensnaring.’ – Cat Rambo
Twenty-three years ago, a Duke with a grudge led a ruthless coup against the empire of Semilla, killing thousands. He failed. The Duke was executed, a terrifyingly powerful sorcerer was imprisoned, and an unwilling princess disappeared.
The empire moved on.
Now, when Quill, an apprentice scribe, arrives in the capital city, he believes he's on a simple errand for another pompous noble: fetch ancient artifacts from the magical Imperial Archives. He's always found his apprenticeship to a lawman to be dull work. But these aren't just any artifacts — these are the instruments of revolution, the banners under which the Duke lead his coup.
Just as the artifacts are unearthed, the city is shaken by a brutal murder that seems to have been caused by a weapon not seen since the days of rebellion. With Quill being the main witness to the murder, and no one in power believing his story, he must join the Archivists — a young mage, a seasoned archivist, and a disillusioned detective — to solve the truth of the attack. And what they uncover will be the key to saving the empire – or destroying it again.
Genre: Fantasy
"Detailed and mysterious, a place to explore and relish. Empire of Exiles is highly recommended!’ – R.A. Salvatore
‘In these pages, you are in the hands of a master.’ - Ed Greenwood
‘Characters I love, plot twists that keep coming, and a unique and fascinating world!" – Melissa Caruso
‘Beautifully wrought and equally ensnaring.’ – Cat Rambo
Twenty-three years ago, a Duke with a grudge led a ruthless coup against the empire of Semilla, killing thousands. He failed. The Duke was executed, a terrifyingly powerful sorcerer was imprisoned, and an unwilling princess disappeared.
The empire moved on.
Now, when Quill, an apprentice scribe, arrives in the capital city, he believes he's on a simple errand for another pompous noble: fetch ancient artifacts from the magical Imperial Archives. He's always found his apprenticeship to a lawman to be dull work. But these aren't just any artifacts — these are the instruments of revolution, the banners under which the Duke lead his coup.
Just as the artifacts are unearthed, the city is shaken by a brutal murder that seems to have been caused by a weapon not seen since the days of rebellion. With Quill being the main witness to the murder, and no one in power believing his story, he must join the Archivists — a young mage, a seasoned archivist, and a disillusioned detective — to solve the truth of the attack. And what they uncover will be the key to saving the empire – or destroying it again.
Genre: Fantasy
Praise for this book
"Empire of Exiles has it all: characters I love, intertwined compelling mysteries in the past and present, plot twists that keep coming, and a unique and fascinating world and magic system!" - Melissa Caruso
"The beginning of a truly epic tale. Deft worldbuilding and wonderful verbal fencing that is a delight to read. In these pages, you are in the hands of a master." - Ed Greenwood
"Splendid world building, compelling mysteries and characters, and a fascinating magic system. Erin Evans delivers the goods." - Howard Andrew Jones
"Beautifully wrought and equally ensnaring, this book lived up to and then surpassed all my expectations." - Cat Rambo
"What makes this book special, even by Erin's lofty goalposts, is the world she weaves around the characters. Detailed and mysterious, a place to explore and relish. Empire of Exiles is highly recommended!" - R A Salvatore
"The beginning of a truly epic tale. Deft worldbuilding and wonderful verbal fencing that is a delight to read. In these pages, you are in the hands of a master." - Ed Greenwood
"Splendid world building, compelling mysteries and characters, and a fascinating magic system. Erin Evans delivers the goods." - Howard Andrew Jones
"Beautifully wrought and equally ensnaring, this book lived up to and then surpassed all my expectations." - Cat Rambo
"What makes this book special, even by Erin's lofty goalposts, is the world she weaves around the characters. Detailed and mysterious, a place to explore and relish. Empire of Exiles is highly recommended!" - R A Salvatore
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