The Light of All That Falls
"Love The Wheel of Time? This is about to become your new favorite series." - B&N SF & Fantasy Blog
The third and final book in the acclaimed Licanius Trilogy by James Islington.
The Boundary is whole once again, but it may not be enough.
Banes now stalk Andarra, while in Ilin Illan, the political machinations of a generation come to a head as Wirr's newfound ability forces his family's long-patient enemies into action.
Imprisoned and alone in a strange land, Davian is pitted against the remaining Venerate as they work tirelessly to undo Asha's sacrifice - even as he struggles with what he has learned about the friend he chose to set free.
Meanwhile, Caeden is finally confronted with the full reality of his own plan - heartbroken at how it began, and repulsed by how it must end. As he realises that the Boundary was never truly meant to last, he must decide whether to set Asha free in order to try and finish the fight once and for all... and whether to tell her the truth of what will happen if he does.
"Islington has built a world with all the right genre elements: complex magic, terrifying threats out of legend, political intrigue, and a large cast of characters whose motivations are seldom clear. Fans of doorstop epic fantasy will not be disappointed." - Publishers Weekly
"Ingeniously plotted... Islington's natural storytelling ability provides incessant plot twists and maintains a relentless pace... A promising page-turner from a poised newcomer." - Kirkus
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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.
