An Echo of Things to Come
The second book in a glorious new fantasy trilogy by the next major force in commercial epic fantasy.
"Love The Wheel of Time? This is about to become your new favorite series." - B&N SF & Fantasy Blog
The second book in a glorious new fantasy trilogy by the next major force in commercial epic fantasy.
In the wake of the devastating attack on Ilin Illan, an amnesty has been declared for all Augurs - finally allowing them to emerge from hiding and openly oppose the dark forces massing against Andarra. However as Davian and his new allies hurry north toward the ever-weakening Boundary, fresh horrors along their path suggest that their reprieve may have come far too late.
In the capital, Wirr is forced to contend with assassins and an increasingly hostile Administration as he controversially assumes the mantle of Northwarden, uncovering a mystery that draws into question everything commonly believed about the rebellion his father led twenty years ago. Meanwhile, Asha begins a secret investigation into the disappearance of the Shadows, determined to discover not only where they went but the origin of the Vessels that created them - and, ultimately, a cure.
And with time against him as he races to fulfill the treacherous bargain with the Lyth, Caeden continues to wrestle with the impossibly heavy burdens of his past. Yet as more and more of his memories return, he begins to realise that the motivations of the two sides in this ancient war may not be as clear-cut as they first seemed...
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James Islington
James Islington’s work stands as a testament to the power of intricate world-building and the unyielding pull of morally complex characters. As a master of epic fantasy, he crafts stories that stretch the imagination, leaving readers questioning the very nature of fate, choice, and time itself. His debut novel, The Shadow of What Was Lost, quickly became a beloved cornerstone of modern fantasy, praised for its layered narrative and deep philosophical undercurrents.
Born and raised in Australia, Islington’s early love for speculative fiction was sparked by the works of authors like J.R.R. Tolkien and Brandon Sanderson. However, it wasn’t just these giants of the genre that influenced his writing. The complexity of time travel, alternate realities, and the tension between light and dark are themes he has explored ever since his first foray into the world of storytelling. For Islington, writing isn’t just about creating new worlds—it’s about asking the big questions: What happens when the hero must become the villain? What if choices made in the past could irrevocably alter the present?
The Licanius Trilogy
The Licanius Trilogy consists of three books and considered as a complete series. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
Reviews and Comments
In the first book review, I said there were no similarities between Wheel of Time and The Licanius Trilogy. However, after reading the second book I noticed the resemblance, It’s of course not a fan fic of WoT but I noticed it in Caeden’s arc in particular, his constant battle between his past-self and present-self, similar to Rand and Lews Therin.
“The people with whom we are friends should never affect our morality; rather, our morality should affect with whom we are friends.”