
He is known for his acclaimed Powder Mage Universe and essays on the life and business of being a writer. Brian McClellan is an American epic fantasy author from Cleveland, Ohio. Promise of Blood is, hands down, my favorite read of the year.

The addictive narrative pace, inventive world-building, and gestalt of this novel are impressive * SFFWORLD * Yes, it really is that good * ELITIST BOOK REVIEWS *Īn extremely engaging novel. Stunning, well crafted, compelling and engaging * THE FOUNDING FIELDS *Įveryone should pick up Promise of Blood. Promise of Blood is a lot of fun, and the start of something potentially fantastic * CIVILIAN READER * An engaging and wonderfully-written work * FANTASY FACTION * Promise of Blood is filled with engaging characters, original worldbuilding, and a plot that left me unable to put the book down. a ripping yarn * Buzzfeed *Īn historically-influenced fantastical romp filled with machismo, intrigue and magic * SCIFI NOW *Ī French Revolution with wizards McClelland's debut packs some serious heat * KIRKUS REVIEWS - starred review * I had a blast * Brandon Sanderson *Įxcellent. Innovative magic, quick-paced plot, interesting world. I found myself enjoying every moment of it. Brian McClellan is the real thing * Brent Weeks * Guns, swords and magic together? What more could you want? How about tense action, memorable characters, rising stakes. Brian McClellan has a bold new take on fantasy * Peter V.

Promise of Blood is the best debut I've read in ages. Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group ISBN: 9780356502007 Number of pages: 592 Weight: 400 g Dimensions: 196 x 126 x 42 mm MEDIA REVIEWS Brian McClellan is the real thing' Brent Weeks 'Tense action, memorable characters, rising stakes. 'Brings a welcome breath of gunpowder-tinged air to epic fantasy' Anthony Ryan Winner of the David Gemmell Morningstar Award, Promise of Blood is the explosive first novel in the most action-packed and acclaimed new fantasy series in years.

A rumour about a broken promise, omens of death and the gods returning to walk the earth.

Now, amid the chaos, a whispered rumour is spreading. It's a bloody business, overthrowing a king. **Winner of the David Gemmell Morningstar Award**
