King of Ashes - Book 1 - Raymond E. Feist

King of Ashes – Book 1 by Raymond E. Feist Begin an unforgettable journey with King of Ashes, the first book in Raymond E. Feist’s epic Firemane Saga. From the New York Times bestselling author of the Riftwar Cycle comes a sweeping tale of destiny, vengeance, and the rise of heroes in a world on the brink of war. Once, the continent of Garn was ruled by five great kingdoms—until the ruthless King Lodavico of Sandura annihilated the royal Firemane family of Ithrace. Their destruction reshaped the balance of power, leaving four kingdoms uneasy and distrustful. Yet whispers persist that the Firemane line did not fully die out. A newborn heir may have survived, hidden away by the secretive Quelli Nacosti, a covert order trained in infiltration, espionage, and assassination. Fearing the return of a rightful heir seeking vengeance, the remaining kings place a vast bounty on the child’s head, igniting tension across the continent. In the quiet village of Oncon, young Declan, an apprentice blacksmith, is mastering the legendary art of forging king’s steel. But when slavers attack the Covenant—a region long protected by neutrality—Declan is thrust into a dangerous journey. His priceless knowledge may be the only hope for Baron Daylon Dumarch, a leader capable of challenging Lodavico’s rising tyranny and the terrifying spread of the fanatical Church of the One. Meanwhile, on the hidden island of Coaltachin, three young trainees of the Quelli Nacosti—Donte, Hava, and Hatu, a mysterious red-haired boy burdened by inner conflict—prepare to enter a world where their skills will shape the fate of nations. Rich in world-building, political intrigue, and unforgettable characters, King of Ashes delivers the powerful opening to an epic fantasy saga perfect for fans of heroic quests and large-scale storytelling.