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Magelands Epic #5
Fragile Empire
The Empire has lived in peace for 16 years, but trouble is brewing behind the Grey Mountains, where the renegade nation of Rahain prepares; arming itself for a long-awaited war of vengeance.
Karalyn, the 18 year old daughter of two war heroes, is trying to find a place for herself in the world. Her own powers were deemed so dangerous she spent much of her childhood in exile.
Now, the lure of the Imperial Capital and the prospect of service to the Empress is pulling her out of isolation and into the affairs of the world.
Hundreds of miles to the south, within the repressive land of Rahain, Lennox trains for the war to come. He and his comrades-in-arms, the children of slaves stolen from another land, have been trained as soldiers their entire lives for one purpose...
…to bring the Empire to its knees.
Karalyn, the 18 year old daughter of two war heroes, is trying to find a place for herself in the world. Her own powers were deemed so dangerous she spent much of her childhood in exile.
Now, the lure of the Imperial Capital and the prospect of service to the Empress is pulling her out of isolation and into the affairs of the world.
Hundreds of miles to the south, within the repressive land of Rahain, Lennox trains for the war to come. He and his comrades-in-arms, the children of slaves stolen from another land, have been trained as soldiers their entire lives for one purpose...
…to bring the Empire to its knees.
- GenresFantasy
444 pages, Paperback
Published March 31, 2020
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March 28, 2020
With the newly formed Empire more than a decade after the Creator was killed, Karalyne learns of the conflict with the Rahain Republic which seeks to overthrow the Empire. She travels to Plateau City looking for work from Empress Bridget and reunites with her family briefly.
Meanwhile, the Rahain Republic has been preparing for war against the Empire with unites of brainwashed Kellack Brigdomin who believe they are the only ones capable of serving the Creator by destroying the Empire.
Will the Empire survive the threat of the Rahain Republic? Will Karalyne find her place in this new world? Read to get the answers and dissappear into an amazing fantasy world.
Meanwhile, the Rahain Republic has been preparing for war against the Empire with unites of brainwashed Kellack Brigdomin who believe they are the only ones capable of serving the Creator by destroying the Empire.
Will the Empire survive the threat of the Rahain Republic? Will Karalyne find her place in this new world? Read to get the answers and dissappear into an amazing fantasy world.
March 28, 2020
Drop into the Magelands once again.
As with any great epic adventure you need to start with a wonderful concept and exceptional world building. Christopher Mitchell shows us once again why we can’t seem to stop thinking about this world he’s built. I recommend starting at the beginning with this series, not only will you be familiar with certain characters but also their relationships. As well the different races all have distinctive traits and talents you would not be aware of if you just started with this book.
I loved the continuation of the story. I also liked how it didn’t pick up right after the last book, time had passed and people have changed, not always for the better. The world we’ve come to know has also undergone some changes and readers get familiar with that while getting reacquainted with old friends and meeting some new ones.
Every character has their own distinct voice and they all have their parts to shine. Christopher Mitchell continues to weave his webs from more than one perspective while threading more than one story at a time. I can’t wait to see where he takes us and his character next.
I received an advanced copy of this story from the author but my views and honest opinions are my own. I received no compensation for this voluntary review.
As with any great epic adventure you need to start with a wonderful concept and exceptional world building. Christopher Mitchell shows us once again why we can’t seem to stop thinking about this world he’s built. I recommend starting at the beginning with this series, not only will you be familiar with certain characters but also their relationships. As well the different races all have distinctive traits and talents you would not be aware of if you just started with this book.
I loved the continuation of the story. I also liked how it didn’t pick up right after the last book, time had passed and people have changed, not always for the better. The world we’ve come to know has also undergone some changes and readers get familiar with that while getting reacquainted with old friends and meeting some new ones.
Every character has their own distinct voice and they all have their parts to shine. Christopher Mitchell continues to weave his webs from more than one perspective while threading more than one story at a time. I can’t wait to see where he takes us and his character next.
I received an advanced copy of this story from the author but my views and honest opinions are my own. I received no compensation for this voluntary review.
April 15, 2020
Excellent read. This book features newer characters with ones from former books included but not as influential to the story. I think it speaks highly of Mr. Mitchell's writing that he is able to incorporate magic but it is not the driving force behind the characters. Their emotions are much more important and they don't necessarily use magic as their go-to solution. Don't get me wrong, magic is vital and a determining factor in many of the scenarios but just doesn't seem to be constantly hovering in the background waiting to make an appearance.
Lots of twists and turns, especially at the end, which makes me eagerly anticipating the next volume coming out in late June.
Boo Sable/Go Bridget!
Lots of twists and turns, especially at the end, which makes me eagerly anticipating the next volume coming out in late June.
Boo Sable/Go Bridget!
February 25, 2021
Pretty good story.
I really enjoy the detail going into the characters. Its superb and captures the people being described and makes you feel what they feel and think from their point of view. This is an excellent continuation , but introduces people quickly and leaves you hanging and wanting a more in depth story... I'm sure the characters will continue in the next book, but the main villain in the capital city was not introduced well, is this obscure Super powered being , that then gets handled in about 10 pages, in a fashion that really gives few details and left me disliking the lack of story the first 3/4 of the book had. I will be reading the next story in the series as I have grown attached to the characters.
I really enjoy the detail going into the characters. Its superb and captures the people being described and makes you feel what they feel and think from their point of view. This is an excellent continuation , but introduces people quickly and leaves you hanging and wanting a more in depth story... I'm sure the characters will continue in the next book, but the main villain in the capital city was not introduced well, is this obscure Super powered being , that then gets handled in about 10 pages, in a fashion that really gives few details and left me disliking the lack of story the first 3/4 of the book had. I will be reading the next story in the series as I have grown attached to the characters.
June 4, 2020
Another cracker from Christopher Mitchell, Fragile Empire gives the reader exactly what it says on the tin. Set sixteen years after the climatic events of Sacrifice our infant hero Karalyn is all grown up now with her own destiny to forge in a world full of those aiming to dominate. Squads of young Creator youth Kellach Brigdomen have formed ready to fight for the only cause they know. The question is though - is it really worth it?
Initially I missed the old bunch of characters from books 1-4 but similar to reading the works of Raymond E Feist it took me no time to become engrossed in a new selection of souls. People come and go but great stories persist.
Initially I missed the old bunch of characters from books 1-4 but similar to reading the works of Raymond E Feist it took me no time to become engrossed in a new selection of souls. People come and go but great stories persist.
March 31, 2020
Excellent book! A combination of new and old characters. The storyline was great! Karalyn is now 18 years old and her powers are very strong. This book tells a lot about her story. It was so hard to put this book down. I can’t wait until the next book comes out.
July 19, 2023
Whew, Read the next
I am one of the lucky ones that read the sixteen book series of the Magelands first, then found that these six existed.
Amazing story and fantastical worlds and realms all coming together.
Now I know what happened to Belinda…. Lol
I am one of the lucky ones that read the sixteen book series of the Magelands first, then found that these six existed.
Amazing story and fantastical worlds and realms all coming together.
Now I know what happened to Belinda…. Lol
March 31, 2020
I’ve been having a blast with Christopher Mitchell‘s The Magelands Epic, and that certainly continues with the series Book 4, Fragile Empire. Action, adventure, intrigue, a wonderful plot that’s perfectly written and a focus on a great character, Karalyn, who is grieving in abilities even as she’s facing new challenges. Fun and exciting stuff that I’m happy to recommend.
August 28, 2020
Another cracker
What can I say, I loved the first 4 books and the story wasn’t finished...... it continues apace. What more can one ask?
What can I say, I loved the first 4 books and the story wasn’t finished...... it continues apace. What more can one ask?
July 11, 2021
Another well written masterpiece
Characters are well developed and the story took many unexpected turns. I cannot wait to get through the next one.
Characters are well developed and the story took many unexpected turns. I cannot wait to get through the next one.
December 31, 2022
4 1/2 stars
August 18, 2023
This is the Belinda saga, and is very well done. All these books have been worth reading.
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May 29, 2024
It took me awhile to get into this book. First I was disappointed when it started 16 yrs after the last book and I had to learn new characters. I wanted so much to see how Karalyn grew up and how Daphne and Killop' s lives evolved. But in the end it kept my attention with most of the new characters and even some surprises at the end. Ready for the next book now.
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