King of Ashes

In King of Ashes, two young men navigate a world on the brink of war, where their choices will define the future of kingdoms.

The first volume in the epic heroic fantasy series, King of Ashes, introduces readers to the world of Garn, once home to five great kingdoms. The story begins after the brutal execution of the royal family of Ithrace by Lodavico, the ambitious King of Sandura. With the downfall of the Firemanes, a powerful dynasty, four kingdoms are left teetering on the brink of war, fueled by rumors of a surviving heir who poses a threat to their rule.

In the village of Oncon, Declan, an apprentice blacksmith, learns the secrets of crafting the legendary king's steel. This peaceful region, nestled between warring kingdoms, is shattered when slavers invade, seeking to conscript young men for Sandura's army. Faced with the impending violence, Declan must flee and seek the assistance of Baron Daylon Dumarch of Marquensas, the only hope to challenge Lodavico's tyranny and the oppressive Church of the One.

Simultaneously, on the island of Coaltachin, three young trainees of the Quelli Nacosti are honing their skills in espionage and assassination. Donte, Hava, and Hatu each bring their unique talents and struggles to the fore, setting the stage for a clash of destinies. As the narrative unfolds in King of Ashes, the intertwined fates of these characters will shape the future of their world, making choices that will echo through history.