Hachette UK Mageborn book English Paperback 416 pages

The Age of Dread, Book 1
The action-packed start to a thrilling new epic fantasy series from the author of the Gemmell Award-shortlisted Battlemage

'Stephen Aryan puts the epic into Epic Fantasy.' Den Patrick Thousands died when mages sundered the earth and split the sky. It was a war that devastated entire kingdoms. Now one man believes eradicating magic is the only way to ensure a lasting peace. He and his followers will do anything to achieve his goal - even if it means murdering every child born with the ability. 'Aryan's battle scenes are visceral masterpieces that transport the reader deep into the melee' Taran Matharu on Battlemage 'A vivid and rousing adventure with the kind of magic that punches you right in the face' Jen Williams on BattlemageFor more from Stephen Aryan, check out:Age of DarknessBattlemageBloodmageChaosmageThe Age of DreadMagebornMagefall