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A War In Crimson Embers

by Marshall, Alex

Description

The final book in the Crimson Empire trilogy, a game-changing fantasy epic featuring an unforgettable warrior. Former warrior queen and now pariah, Cold Zosia wakes in the ashes of a burning city. Her vengeance has brought her to this - her heroic reputation in tatters, her allies scattered far and wide, and her world on the cusp of ruin. General Ji-Hyeon has vanished into the legendary First Dark, leaving her lover Sullen alone to carry out the grim commands of a dead goddess. The barbarian Maroto is held captive by a demonic army hell-bent on the extermination of the Crimson Empire, and only his protégé Purna believes he can be saved. Zosia must rally her comrades and old enemies one last time, for what will prove the greatest battle of her many legends...if anyone lives to tell it. FIVE HEROES. NO HOPE. A WAR AGAINST DEVILS. The Crimson Empire Trilogy: A Crown for Cold SilverA Blade of Black SteelA War in Crimson Embers By the same author, writing as Jesse Bullington: The Sad Tale of the Brothers Grossbart The Enterprise of Death The Folly of the World

About the Author

Marshall, Alex

Alex Marshall is the pen name of Jesse Bullington, an American author best known for his novels in the fantasy and historical fiction genres. Marshall's work often subverts genre conventions, blending elements of epic fantasy, horror, and humor to create unique and engaging stories.Marshall's debut novel, "A Crown for Cold Silver," was published in 2015 and tells the story of a retired warrior who returns to seek revenge against those who wronged her. The novel was critically acclaimed for its engaging characters, intricate world-building, and subversive take on epic fantasy tropes. Marshall followed this up with two sequels, "A Blade of Black Steel" and "A War in Crimson Embers," to complete the Crimson Empire trilogy.Marshall's other works include "The Devil's Evidence," a horror novel set in a supernatural courtroom, and "The Hangman's Daughter," a historical fiction novel set during the Thirty Years' War. Marshall's writing is known for its dark humor, complex characters, and vivid descriptions.Outside of his writing, Marshall is also a musician and has performed in various punk and metal bands. He currently lives in Seattle, Washington.

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