King of Ashes – Raymond E Feist

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King of Ashes, the first book in Raymond E. Feist’s The Firemane Saga, is an epic fantasy filled with intrigue, warfare, and the promise of revenge. Set in the realm of Garn, where four kingdoms remain after the royal family of Ithrace is massacred, the novel follows a web of characters whose destinies intertwine with the fate of the realm. The story revolves around the possibility that the last surviving heir of the Ithraci dynasty may still be alive, sparking fear and paranoia among the kingdom’s rulers. As tensions rise, the kingdoms stand on the brink of war.

Declan, a young and talented apprentice blacksmith, is thrust into a world of conflict when slavers attack his village. Forced to flee, he carries with him the secret knowledge of an ancient and powerful weapon-forging technique that could change the balance of power. Meanwhile, on the hidden island of Quelli Nascosti, three young assassins-in-training – Donte, Hava, and Hatu – prepare for a mission that will shape the future of the world. Each character brings unique talents and experiences to the table, with their lives bound by a common thread of vengeance and fate.

Feist’s King of Ashes is a gripping start to a new fantasy series, filled with complex characters, political intrigue, and the epic scope that fans of Feist’s work will appreciate. A must-read for lovers of intricate world-building, fast-paced action, and deeply personal quests for vengeance.