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The Garden of Empire

Pact and Pattern (Book 2)

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What to expect

WAR MAKES MONSTERS OF EVERYONE.

Foolish Cur, once named Wen Alder, finds that his allies in the rebellion might cross any line if it means freedom from the Empire. But he can't overcome a foe as strong as Emperor Tenet alone.

REBELLION HAS UNINTENDED CONSEQUENCES.

Koro Ha, Foolish Cur's former tutor, discovers the Empire is not so forgiving of those who raise a traitor. And their suspicion may cost him and his people more than he can imagine.

THE GODS ARE LURKING IN THE SHADOWS.

As war against the Empire rages, Foolish Cur knows there is a greater threat. The emperor plans his own coup against the gods, and they will wreak destruction if he tries. To stop him, Foolish Cur might have to risk everything - and resort to ancient magics that could tear the world apart.

This is perfect for fans of Robin Hobb and Shelley Parker-Chan.

Readers can't get enough of The Garden of Empire:

'This book is a complete package of beautiful prose, well written characters, well explained magic with good battle scenes and immersive world-building' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'A gripping, riveting, highly entertaining, well plotted, and well told story. A page turner that kept me hooked. A story which is epic and intimate and the same time. Loved it, loved it, loved it' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'The plot was amazing. It kept me engaging and there was not even a small moment throughout the book when I didn't enjoy it. It had a huge twist in the story that I didn't see coming. The themes of rebellion, war and its consequences, leadership, betrayals, family, friendship, duties, power are employed very well' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'We are treated to rich characterization, vivid description, a believable lush world, amazing magic, and wrenching moral conflicts' Goodreads review, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'A thrilling sequel to The Hand of the Sun King. The magic system is still one of the most unique I've read' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'Magic in this series feels like a magic of an old style. While I love some of the more mechanistic descriptions of magic in some modern books, I love the way magic is more of an art than a science' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'This focus on wider, ancient powers is elegant and vividly described, the increasing complexity was cleverly integrated and really opens the plot up to something that I think, come the third book, could be utterly shattering' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

Critics Review

There were several scenes which left me in complete shock while the slow build up kept me sweating like a tea kettle waiting to scream . . . Wild twists and shocking revelations will leave you begging for the finale
Under the Rader SFF Books
J.T. Greathouse writes fantastically rich and complex characters . . . the prose remains both rich and elegant. The plot is masterfully executed . . . The Garden of Empire is simply an absolutely amazing piece of fantasy fiction
Fantasy Book Nerd
Some lines took my breath away or sent shivers up and down my spine because of the delivery. I adored it immensely
The Quill to Live
An incredibly fascinating fantasy tale, with a few twists I definitely did not see coming
The Bibliophile Chronicles
Superb and on par with the finest moments I've read in SFF so far this year . . . I'm all-in for the final novel in this series
Grimdark Magazine
The characters are the strongest point in this book, and J.T does a brilliant job of showcasing these characters. Honestly, it's a great sequel, and I really recommend it!
Al Alhambra Book Reviews
A worthy read for those who like their fantasy epic. I think it is one of the best fantasy series I have read
SFF World
Broader in scope, seeped in electrifying magic and topped with a heart stopping finale, this is a sequel not to be missed
The Fantasy Hive
The Garden of Empire is a great novel, it's quite the novel indeed . . . I really recommend it!
FanFiAddict
This book is a complete package of beautiful prose, well written characters , well explained magic with good battle scenes and immersive world-building
The Reading Notions

User Reviews

Book 4.0
Narration 5.0
Author J.T. Greathouse
Narrator Jeremy Ang Jones
Series Pact and Pattern
Duration 18 hours and 25 minutes
Release Date
ISBN 9781473233027
Format Audiobook
Publisher Orion
Genre Civil wars, Dark fantasy, Epic fantasy / heroic fantasy, Magic, spells and alchemy, Narrative theme: Death, grief, loss, Narrative theme: Identity / belonging
Availability AU, GB, IE
Rating
4.0 (1 review)
Narration
5.0 (1 review)

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