The Powder Mage trilogy Books in Order
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The Powder Mage trilogy by Brian McClellan is a series of epic fantasy novels set in a world where magic and gunpowder technology coexist, blending military strategy with supernatural elements and historical fantasy. The series consists of three books published between 2013 and 2015: Promise of Blood (2013), The Crimson Campaign (2014), and The Autumn Republic (2015). The narrative centers on Field Marshal Tamas and his allies as they engage in military campaigns, political maneuvering, and personal struggles within a nation undergoing significant upheaval. The story explores themes of power, loyalty, and the impact of revolution, set against a backdrop of shifting alliances and internal conflict. Promise of Blood was awarded the Morningstar Award for Best Fantasy Newcomer in 2014. Additional works set in the same universe include short stories, novellas, and a separate trilogy titled Gods of Blood and Powder.
Publication order
In the order the books were originally released.
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Buy on Amazon2013 · Brian McClellan
The Age of Kings is dead, and Field Marshal Tamas is responsible. His coup overthrew a corrupt king, executed aristocrats, and brought food to the…
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2014 · Brian McClellan
The Crimson Campaign is a fantasy novel by Brian McClellan, published in 2014 by Orbit Books. It is the second book in The Powder Mage trilogy and…
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Buy on Amazon2015 · Brian McClellan
A 2015 novel by Brian McClellan. Field Marshal Tamas returns to find his country's capital, Adro, occupied by a foreign invader for the first time in…
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read the The Powder Mage trilogy books in?
Read them in publication order, starting with “Promise Of Blood”. Start with “Promise Of Blood.”
How many books are in the The Powder Mage trilogy series?
We list 3 books by Brian McClellan , published between 2013–2015.
Where can I buy the The Powder Mage trilogy books?
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