The Providence of Fire: Chronicle of the Unhewn Throne, Book 2 (Unabridged)
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4.5 • 24 Ratings
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Publisher Description
Brian Staveley's The Providence of Fire, the second novel in the Chronicle of the Unhewn Throne, a gripping new epic fantasy series in the tradition of Brandon Sanderson and George R. R. Martin.
The conspiracy to destroy the ruling family of the Annurian Empire is far from over.
Having learned the identity of her father's assassin, Adare flees the Dawn Palace in search of allies to challenge the coup against her family. Few trust her, but when she is believed to be touched by Intarra, patron goddess of the empire, the people rally to help her retake the capital city. As armies prepare to clash, the threat of invasion from barbarian hordes compels the rival forces to unite against their common enemy.
Unknown to Adare, her brother Valyn, renegade member of the empire's most elite fighting force, has allied with the invading nomads. The terrible choices each of them has made may make war between them inevitable.
Between Valyn and Adare is their brother Kaden, rightful heir to the Unhewn Throne, who has infiltrated the Annurian capital with the help of two strange companions. The knowledge they possess of the secret history that shapes these events could save Annur or destroy it.
Customer Reviews
Brilliant sequel !
I highly recommend this to fantasy fans. Captivating world, great action, great characters, plot twists galore, and a pace that never lets up. Bonus points for all the gals taking names and kicking butts!! As the three imperial siblings follow their very different trajectories hoping to right the wrongs that unfolded in the Book 1 (The Emperor's Blades, read it first), we are treated to shifting constellations of ... adversaries? allies? You'll be second- and third- guessing along with the protagonists. The action moves very briskly, punctuated by carefully measured and tantalizing glimpses at the wider scheme and hidden forces at play. A mind-blowing ending sets up what's gotta be a really exciting conclusion in Book 3. Too bad we have to wait a whole year for it!
I'm also specifically recommending the audiobook version of this ... Simon Vance is top notch. His interpretations of the diverse characters and regional accents adds another level of immersion into the world of Annur. Plus, for me, fantasy is just that much more fantastic rendered in the Queen's English, which I'm just never able do in my head.
A unique story
Really enjoyed stavely’s
Unique world and characters.
Good story
Outstanding Narrator