The Uprising

by Sydney Oakman

Enslaved to a cruel master since childhood, Erik Martin is a master assassin who has earned a respected and feared place amongst his lord's court. By day, he serves as the High Lord’s eyes and ears and by night, he kills those who threaten his reign.

When a mysterious High Priestess arrives at court, she offers him a chance at freedom. Erik must choose between the life he has built for himself or a life hiding from a master who will never stop hunting him.

447 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 11, 2022

About the author

Sydney Oakman grew up outside Toronto, Ontario. She attended the University of Ottawa and achieved an Honours Bachelor of Arts with a Specialty in Theatre. She has a second Bachelor of Arts degree in Classical Civilization from the University of Toronto. She has been writing stories and performing since she was a young child.

Reviews

[andy · Rating 4 out of 5]

(FIRST BOOK OF THE YEAR!! WAR IS OVER!!)

I love a fun and classic fantasy novel with characters I care about and love and also characters I want to throw into a burning house! I love a main character who's actually the dumbest person ever!
Chrysaor, the woman that you are <3

[Shawn · Rating 4 out of 5]

I bought this book at a convention because it was written by a local author. I'm pleasantly surprised that the plot and story kept me interested all the way through.

The story is pushed along at a fast pace with a lot or different intertwining pov. I'm really happy I bought the sequel!

Pick this book up if you have the chance.

[Meaghan Garth · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wow, this book! It is very Game of Thrones meets Throne of Glass! The way the story unfolds is unlike a lot of the fantasy books I have been reading lately. It really grabs you and sucks you in. I cannot wait for the next one!

[Tessa Clare · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love the worldbuilding and the character development....melchior my beloved <<<3