Upon the Forge of Battle - (Age of Wrath) by Anthony Ryan (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

The Age of Wrath comes to a thrilling close in this masterful conclusion from international bestselling author Anthony Ryan.

Review Quotes

"[Blood Song] certainly has it all: great coming-of-age tale, compelling character and a fast-paced plot. If [Ryan's] first book is any indication of things to come, then all fantasy readers should rejoice."--Michael J. Sullivan on Blood Song

"[A] thrilling deep dive into fantasy warfare."--Publishers Weekly on The Wolf's Call

"A gripping epic ... Ryan distinguishes himself with deep dives into his characters' psyches and motivations. This is an exciting start."--Publishers Weekly on A Tide of Black Steel

"A gritty, heart-pounding tale of betrayal and bloody vengeance. I loved every single word."--John Gwynne on The Pariah

"A master storyteller."--Mark Lawrence on The Pariah

"Fans of broadscale epic fantasy along the lines of Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time series and George R. R. Martin's Song of Ice and Fire novels should find this debut much to their liking."--Library Journal on Blood Song

"Gritty and well-drawn, this makes a rich treat for George R.R. Martin fans."--Publishers Weekly on The Pariah (starred review)

"Readers who enjoy their fantasy fast and furious will find Ryan's latest to be an immensely satisfying, top-notch adventure fantasy."--Kirkus on Wolf's Call

"Rich world building, well-developed characters, and shocking betrayals are precisely what readers expect from Anthony Ryan as he kicks off the Age of Wrath trilogy."--Booklist on A Tide of Black Steel

"Robin Hobb meets Joe Abercrombie in a story that delivers so many gut-wrenching blows. This is fantasy with a totally legendary feel; it's epic in every regard."--Fantasy Book Review on The Wolf's Call

"Ryan again showcases his gift for epic fantasy in his excellent sequel to The Pariah . . . . Ryan's evocative prose enhances the suspenseful, intricate story, and the cliffhanger ending will have fans counting the days until the next volume. This fires on all cylinders."--Publishers Weekly on The Martyr (starred review)

"Ryan hits all the high notes of epic fantasy--a gritty setting, ancient magics, ruthless intrigue, divided loyalties and bloody action."--Publishers Weekly on Blood Song

About the Author

Anthony Ryan lives in London and is the New York Times bestselling author of the Raven's Shadow and Draconis Memoria series. He previously worked in a variety of roles for the UK government, but now writes full time. His interests include art, science and the unending quest for the perfect pint of real ale.