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Dark Ascension #3
Path of the Autarch
HE’S CLAIMED THE CROWN
NOW HE MUST DEFEND IT—AGAINST SAINTS, REBELS, AND GODS
After years of bloodshed, betrayal, and ruthless ambition, Marak has finally seized a throne. But ruling a kingdom is nothing like conquering one—and enemies from across the realm are ready to strike.
In the frozen south, Iradan, the youngest Saint in the history of the Ascendancy, swears to destroy Marak’s kingdom and take his head as a trophy.
Within his borders, rebellion stirs.
And beyond them, ancient powers begin to wake.
To hold his crown, Marak must crush a civil war, outmaneuver divine champions, and forge uneasy alliances with rival empires. But even as he navigates these mortal threats, a far greater danger looms—a war not of kings or armies...
But of gods.
And Marak may be the only one reckless—and powerful—enough to stand in their way.
Book 3 of The Dark Ascension Series continues the relentless rise of an anti-hero who will stop at nothing to build the greatest empire in history. Perfect for fans of The Licanius Trilogy, Blood Song, and Reverend Insanity, this dark progression fantasy delivers brutal stakes, epic battles, explosive magic, and a world that grows deeper—and more dangerous—with every page.
NOW HE MUST DEFEND IT—AGAINST SAINTS, REBELS, AND GODS
After years of bloodshed, betrayal, and ruthless ambition, Marak has finally seized a throne. But ruling a kingdom is nothing like conquering one—and enemies from across the realm are ready to strike.
In the frozen south, Iradan, the youngest Saint in the history of the Ascendancy, swears to destroy Marak’s kingdom and take his head as a trophy.
Within his borders, rebellion stirs.
And beyond them, ancient powers begin to wake.
To hold his crown, Marak must crush a civil war, outmaneuver divine champions, and forge uneasy alliances with rival empires. But even as he navigates these mortal threats, a far greater danger looms—a war not of kings or armies...
But of gods.
And Marak may be the only one reckless—and powerful—enough to stand in their way.
Book 3 of The Dark Ascension Series continues the relentless rise of an anti-hero who will stop at nothing to build the greatest empire in history. Perfect for fans of The Licanius Trilogy, Blood Song, and Reverend Insanity, this dark progression fantasy delivers brutal stakes, epic battles, explosive magic, and a world that grows deeper—and more dangerous—with every page.
344 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 1, 2024
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October 8, 2025
I find myself on repeat gushing over this series. For a dark fantasy junkie like me this is the perfect fix.
Marak continues his quest for power. With his shaper abilities, magic sword and unrelenting quest for power.
In this one he meets his match. A god blessed saint with uncanny powers of his own. Iradan is just as confident and badass as Marak. Seeing the build up and eventual clash of these two armies is absolutely spectacular.
The ending leaves one aghast! Lots of action, twists and turns. The unexpected full dial.
Love it. Totally ready for the next instalment!
Bring it on!
Marak continues his quest for power. With his shaper abilities, magic sword and unrelenting quest for power.
In this one he meets his match. A god blessed saint with uncanny powers of his own. Iradan is just as confident and badass as Marak. Seeing the build up and eventual clash of these two armies is absolutely spectacular.
The ending leaves one aghast! Lots of action, twists and turns. The unexpected full dial.
Love it. Totally ready for the next instalment!
Bring it on!
October 27, 2024
Serious editing issues
Quite a bit lower quality than the first two books. The story isn't complete either, it's a rush to nothing. But the real problem is how entire sequences seem like an earlier draft of the book didn't get totally rewritten. Characters and weapons change names back and forth, people die twice in the same scene. It's just a rushed mess, and he can do better.
Quite a bit lower quality than the first two books. The story isn't complete either, it's a rush to nothing. But the real problem is how entire sequences seem like an earlier draft of the book didn't get totally rewritten. Characters and weapons change names back and forth, people die twice in the same scene. It's just a rushed mess, and he can do better.
January 31, 2025
Book 3
Book 3 had errors throughout, but was overall a fun read. The plot and characters have developed well over time in book 3. Some of the characters are predictable and repetitive in parts. The plot is also somewhat predictable, but overall interesting. I look forward to book 4.
Book 3 had errors throughout, but was overall a fun read. The plot and characters have developed well over time in book 3. Some of the characters are predictable and repetitive in parts. The plot is also somewhat predictable, but overall interesting. I look forward to book 4.
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