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Kingslayer #2
Sovran at War
“What does Baros say?” Amalah asked in a hushed tone. “He’s asking for my help.” Amalah’s dark brows shot straight into her hairline. “Your help? You’re wanted by the entire Sovran, how can you possibly help him?” “He says here that he’s wrangled a full pardon for me so that I can enter, but he needs my help.” Darius stared down at the letter, blindly, as everything he had heard in the past year coalesced into patterns all at once. “Amalah. I told you that because Niotan wrested free of the Sovran, avoided being conquered, that Baros would lose control slowly of the other countries.” “Yes, so you did. Is that happening now? Is that what he wants you to stop?” “No. Something worse than that. I should have anticipated this, but—” he swallowed the words down because in truth, he had actively not thought about war much in the past year. “The Roran barbarians were the first to break free of the Sovran after last year. And now it seems they’ve pulled together, at least most of the clans, perhaps all, and they’re threatening the northern countries. Baros has battled them to a standstill for now, but he can’t find a way to force them back into their territories. If he doesn’t do it soon, then they’ll overrun him. They’ll overrun the Sovran.”
239 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 9, 2018
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About the author
Honor Raconteur
62 books841 followersEver since I was a toddler, I have been making up stories. I’d entertain anyone willing to listen to my wild fantasies about unicorns and gargoyles and amazing people. At 13, I started writing the stories down. At 23, I finished the first book that was, in my opinion, good enough to publish.
I spent three years trying to publish my book, Jaunten, the old fashioned way. The problem was my story was outside of the norm for young adult fantasy – it didn’t have vampires or the supernatural in it, it was clean enough to earn a PG rating, and there wasn’t any dark overlord to defeat. No literary agent would pick it up because it didn’t fit the “fantasy formula” that all of the popular books did.
I put the idea of having my book published off to the side for a while as I finished a Bachelors in English at Middle Tennessee State University. But as I worked on my third degree, the idea of being published came back to me. This time, while working as a paralegal, I had a better grasp of the laws involved of doing self-publishing. For six months, I did a great deal of research in how to do self-publishing the debt-free way.
It was hard. I was working full time, going to school full time, and living on my own. I never really had a break. I was always working on something. At times I felt like my brain would just go into meltdown from having to learn so many different things to make my idea work.
After six months, I thought I knew enough to publish myself. I put Jaunten out as an ebook, created a website and forum so that fans could communicate with me, and spread the word as best I could. Within three months, I was selling internationally. Within six months, I was making enough to quit my day job and sit at home, writing full time.
After six months of writing, publishing, and building up a reputation, I started to be approached by other people wanting to emulate what I did. I soon realized that there was a niche out there waiting for me to fill it—a place where original fiction could be published and released into the world. As of February 2012, I started my own publishing house, called Raconteur House. Since that point I have signed on four additional authors (not including yours truly) and am attracting more in a steady stream.
I have continued to write and publish the rest of the series through my House. When I’m not writing or editing, I like to go out into the community and give presentations of how to be an author. It’s actually really fun to talk to all of these people who want to be authors. Most people think that you can’t make any money being an author—actually, you can. And you can do quite well. It’s just a matter of working really hard, having a little talent, and knowing how to market your books. All I’m doing with these presentations is giving people the know-how to make their dreams come true.
While it’s true that you don’t need a college education to be an author, I encourage everyone to be as educated as possible. I have a lot of experience and education that most people don’t, and that’s what gives me an edge in writing. I’ve lived in places as obscure as Tehachapi, California and other places as large as Salt Lake City, Utah. I hold three different college degrees. I practice two different martial arts. I think I’ve tried every life experience that came my direction. All of that is incorporated into my books, and that’s what gives reality to my worlds and characters.
Even if I abruptly stop selling books tomorrow—which I don’t see happening—I would still continue to write. Creating characters and worlds is that much fun. Once you start, you become quickly addicted.
I spent three years trying to publish my book, Jaunten, the old fashioned way. The problem was my story was outside of the norm for young adult fantasy – it didn’t have vampires or the supernatural in it, it was clean enough to earn a PG rating, and there wasn’t any dark overlord to defeat. No literary agent would pick it up because it didn’t fit the “fantasy formula” that all of the popular books did.
I put the idea of having my book published off to the side for a while as I finished a Bachelors in English at Middle Tennessee State University. But as I worked on my third degree, the idea of being published came back to me. This time, while working as a paralegal, I had a better grasp of the laws involved of doing self-publishing. For six months, I did a great deal of research in how to do self-publishing the debt-free way.
It was hard. I was working full time, going to school full time, and living on my own. I never really had a break. I was always working on something. At times I felt like my brain would just go into meltdown from having to learn so many different things to make my idea work.
After six months, I thought I knew enough to publish myself. I put Jaunten out as an ebook, created a website and forum so that fans could communicate with me, and spread the word as best I could. Within three months, I was selling internationally. Within six months, I was making enough to quit my day job and sit at home, writing full time.
After six months of writing, publishing, and building up a reputation, I started to be approached by other people wanting to emulate what I did. I soon realized that there was a niche out there waiting for me to fill it—a place where original fiction could be published and released into the world. As of February 2012, I started my own publishing house, called Raconteur House. Since that point I have signed on four additional authors (not including yours truly) and am attracting more in a steady stream.
I have continued to write and publish the rest of the series through my House. When I’m not writing or editing, I like to go out into the community and give presentations of how to be an author. It’s actually really fun to talk to all of these people who want to be authors. Most people think that you can’t make any money being an author—actually, you can. And you can do quite well. It’s just a matter of working really hard, having a little talent, and knowing how to market your books. All I’m doing with these presentations is giving people the know-how to make their dreams come true.
While it’s true that you don’t need a college education to be an author, I encourage everyone to be as educated as possible. I have a lot of experience and education that most people don’t, and that’s what gives me an edge in writing. I’ve lived in places as obscure as Tehachapi, California and other places as large as Salt Lake City, Utah. I hold three different college degrees. I practice two different martial arts. I think I’ve tried every life experience that came my direction. All of that is incorporated into my books, and that’s what gives reality to my worlds and characters.
Even if I abruptly stop selling books tomorrow—which I don’t see happening—I would still continue to write. Creating characters and worlds is that much fun. Once you start, you become quickly addicted.
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January 6, 2020
Fantasy without magic. You don't need to read Kingslayer first unless you want to avoid spoilers. I liked Kingslayer more but they are both recommended.
May 17, 2018
This book did not seem like 200 plus pages. It felt like I had just started reading when it was over. There was a smooth transition from Kingslayer to the story here and had all of the characters we met and loved in the first book. Although book one had more intricate plots the action in Sovran at War was still compelling. I recommend this book with the advice to read Kingslayer first to get the full picture. Another winner from one of my all time favorite authors, Honor Raconteur.
September 16, 2018
Book 2 reads more like an extended epilogue to Book 1 rather than a standalone adventure. Where Book 1 incorporated many different elements (court politics, romance, several different battle strategies), Book 2 had a single plot arc focusing on a single military engagement, which made it much less fun to read. It was nice to see familiar faces again (thus the three stars), but the story itself didn't really bring anything new.
January 21, 2024
Satisfying
Raconteur always writes very good, likeable main characters, and is normally a "must buy" because of that. Darius, though, with his sense of honor and decency -- while being the general that killed a king who failed to protect his people-- is exceptional because of how vividly drawn the background war is. I was totally sucked in. If you like reading about war strategies while also being inside the head of a new father, read this.
Raconteur always writes very good, likeable main characters, and is normally a "must buy" because of that. Darius, though, with his sense of honor and decency -- while being the general that killed a king who failed to protect his people-- is exceptional because of how vividly drawn the background war is. I was totally sucked in. If you like reading about war strategies while also being inside the head of a new father, read this.
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February 22, 2023Book #2 was another really great read finishing up were the first left off yet surprising different yet in the same vain. This two book series was a very smart and well craft storyline that kept twisting and turning and in the end game the a form of morality won out. So wish there was a 3rd book in the series.
January 19, 2025
This falls under one of my favourite types of books: competent people solving impossible problems in interesting ways. Honestly a breath of fresh air after reading so so so many fantasy books where nobody seems to know even the most basic of military tactics.
The best part was the return of Darius' top secret weapon: the mighty, fearsome, terrifying...
The best part was the return of Darius' top secret weapon: the mighty, fearsome, terrifying...
November 13, 2018
Rushed.
This book needed at least another 50 pages. I loved the first book the details just pulled you in. This book, bad thing happend he comes to help, only reaction we see jaw drops from all that see him. He does a thing, the end.
This book needed at least another 50 pages. I loved the first book the details just pulled you in. This book, bad thing happend he comes to help, only reaction we see jaw drops from all that see him. He does a thing, the end.
October 25, 2020
Nice story. But the MC, Darius, has too much Mary Sue. He always knows what to do, when to do it, and how to do it. He needs a comeuppance to show he's human like all the rest instead of the perfect general.
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March 29, 2021Good series of two books
At first, I was put off by the protagonist having killed his king, but the king had broken oath and got thousands of his own people killed. A world of honor, conflict and people. It was hard to end as I enjoyed the reality with both battle and humor.
At first, I was put off by the protagonist having killed his king, but the king had broken oath and got thousands of his own people killed. A world of honor, conflict and people. It was hard to end as I enjoyed the reality with both battle and humor.
February 26, 2022
Not as good as the first book. The author's strength lies in the intersection of her characters and this book doesn't have as much of that. The ending leaves you feeling "that's it?" I personally could have stopped with the first book and been happy.
January 20, 2023
Always worth the time
Honor Raconteur has no shortage of creativity, and a polished gift for believable, self-consistent characters.
I own a number of her books, and they're always money well spent!
Honor Raconteur has no shortage of creativity, and a polished gift for believable, self-consistent characters.
I own a number of her books, and they're always money well spent!
June 30, 2025
This book is Good!
It’s more heartfelt, less predictable, and deeper in emotions. The story was definitely more about war rather than the development of the couple. I enjoyed this story immensely, it’s entertaining and the characters are intelligent, intense, and funny.
It’s more heartfelt, less predictable, and deeper in emotions. The story was definitely more about war rather than the development of the couple. I enjoyed this story immensely, it’s entertaining and the characters are intelligent, intense, and funny.
July 25, 2025
Always look Forward to Honor Raconteur's Books
Engrossing story lines, well-developed characters , edge of your seat suspense and always love to enjoy. You can never go wring with a Honor Raconteur selection!
Engrossing story lines, well-developed characters , edge of your seat suspense and always love to enjoy. You can never go wring with a Honor Raconteur selection!
February 16, 2018
Love
This book is amazing! Once again, Honor Raconteur has created a world that I can get lost in. I can’t wait to read her next book. Everything she writes is amazing.
This book is amazing! Once again, Honor Raconteur has created a world that I can get lost in. I can’t wait to read her next book. Everything she writes is amazing.
February 20, 2018
It was two short
It took me 3-4 hours to read. Way too short but a dang good story. Wish it had an epilogue.
It took me 3-4 hours to read. Way too short but a dang good story. Wish it had an epilogue.
June 13, 2018
As usual, love Honor's books. Easy to read and paced. A book with which you just go for the ride.
July 8, 2020
Enjoyed
If you have not read the first, read it. If you have read the first and enjoyed it I think you will like the second. I did.
If you have not read the first, read it. If you have read the first and enjoyed it I think you will like the second. I did.
January 25, 2021
Not as good as book 1. But still pretty decent.
August 6, 2021
Great book
Great book I can't wait to read the next book in the series I would recommend this author to anyone
Great book I can't wait to read the next book in the series I would recommend this author to anyone
January 23, 2022
Sovran at war book 2
This was as god as the first book. Entertaining and fun to read. I don’t see how the author will get another book out of this series .
This was as god as the first book. Entertaining and fun to read. I don’t see how the author will get another book out of this series .
August 29, 2022
A fun read. Highly recommended.
January 24, 2022
Kingslayer was moderately entertaining- the general plotting was not my thing, but the interplay between characters kept it going. But this was very meh - straight military campaign, oddly bloodless (there were casualties, but no one seemed to care particularly), characters occasionally wandered by and said hi, then it stopped.
December 6, 2021
Just as good as the first one!
I'm always a little nervous reading book two, especially after loving the first one. But the one felt like it picked up right after the last one ended, without any bumps or hiccups. You will need to read the first Kingslayer to understand this one, and if you haven't yet good do that now!
Also thank you so Honor for adding this to KU.
I'm always a little nervous reading book two, especially after loving the first one. But the one felt like it picked up right after the last one ended, without any bumps or hiccups. You will need to read the first Kingslayer to understand this one, and if you haven't yet good do that now!
Also thank you so Honor for adding this to KU.
April 28, 2025
Read this book a few times. I love the characters. My only criticism is that the general is seems to be too good at strategy in comparison to the other generals. This is my favorite book by this author and I will probably reread it.
February 10, 2025
Not as compelling as the first book, but an entertaining enough read.
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