The Black Shriving
When invasion looms...
After a harrowing battle Lady Kyferin and her stalwart followers have earned themselves a brief respite from Lord Laur's fury. They know, however, that the next assault will be impossible to resist. Their sole hope of survival lies in forging an alliance with the only force capable of resisting the empire's might: the Agerastian heretics themselves.
But time is running out...
Yet over these political machinations looms the Black Shriving, the ancient curse that has struck down all who seek to defend Mythgraefen Hold. Asho and Kethe must embrace their newfound powers and undergo a dark journey into the heart of hellscape of the upper peaks in search of answers and a hope of salvation.
Their lives hang by the slimmest of threads...
If Magister Audsley can but divine the lost secrets of the Sin Casters, if Asho and Kethe can wrest the truth behind the existence of the second Black Gate, and if Lady Kyferin and Ser Tiron can forge a tenuous alliance with their most hated of enemies, they may just have a chance of surviving the oncoming darkness...
THE BLACK SHRIVING continues the action-packed new epic fantasy series, following on from THE PATH OF FLAMES - an adrenaline-fuelled debut of sin casting mages, heresy, and cold-blooded betrayal in a land where the deepest buried secrets are finally resurfacing to destroy the world.
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Phil Tucker
Phil Tucker's writing is a captivating exploration of the human spirit, often set against epic backdrops where the boundaries of fantasy and science fiction blur. Known for his thought-provoking storytelling, Tucker creates worlds that both challenge and entertain, immersing readers in tales of heroes, conflict, and the often perilous choices that define destiny.
Hailing from a background deeply rooted in his passion for speculative fiction, Tucker's career began like many others—scribbling down ideas in notebooks during late-night hours. What sets him apart, however, is his ability to craft rich, detailed universes that feel both immediate and timeless, offering a mix of action-packed adventure and moments of introspective reflection. With every book, Tucker pushes the limits of genre, seamlessly blending hard-hitting sci-fi with rich, immersive fantasy. His narratives unfold in unexpected ways, compelling readers to question not only the world he’s created but also the world they live in.
Chronicles of the Black Gate
Chronicles of the Black Gate consists of five primary books, and includes one additional book that complement the series but is not considered mandatory reads. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
