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Brian McClellan
Brian McClellan is the author of the Powder Mage novels, including Promise of Blood and The Autumn Republic. He writes epic fantasy with a unique blend of magic and gunpowder.
The Autumn Republic
Synopsis
The Autumn Republic brings Brian McClellan's Powder Mage trilogy to its thunderous conclusion, as every plot, army, and god converges on the capital of Adro.
The city of Adopest has fallen, the enemy occupies the heart of the nation, and the leaders who might save it are scattered, wounded, or presumed dead. Field Marshal Tamas returns to find his republic overrun and betrayal on every side. Taniel must decide what he is willing to sacrifice, the inspector Adamat races to protect what remains of his family, and the true nature of the divine powers manipulating the war is finally laid bare.
McClellan pays off three books of intrigue, revolution, and escalating magic with large-scale battles and hard-won resolutions. A satisfying finale for readers invested in the fate of Adro and its powder mages.
Genres
Characters
TamasProtagonist
AdamantProtagonist
Taniel Two-ShotProtagonist
Faces the war's final, costly choices.
AdamatSupporting
The inspector fighting to protect his family and city.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to read the previous books before starting this one?
This novel serves as the direct conclusion to the Powder Mage trilogy and relies heavily on the established plot threads and character arcs from the two preceding volumes. New readers should begin with the first book in the series to understand the political and magical foundations of the story.
Are there other books set in this same world?
The author has expanded this universe through a second trilogy titled Gods of Blood and Powder, as well as several standalone novellas and short stories that explore different points in the series timeline.
Is there a film or television adaptation of this series?
A television series based on the books was announced in 2021 by production companies including No Equal Entertainment and Frantic Films.