Composed of age of myth, age of swords, age of war, age of legend, age of death and age of empyre. Age of myth one of fantasys finest nextgeneration storytellers continues to break new ground. Age of myth audiobook is a high fantasy novel written by michael j. Sullivan is an american novelist of science fiction and epic fantasy, best known for his introduction series, the riyria revelations, which has been deciphered into fourteen dialects. You see, writing isnt a career that i felt was within my reach, and im eternally grateful to all my readers who. Book one of the legends of the first empire paperback january 31, 2017 by michael j.
Age of myth reminded me of all the reasons i love michael j. Originally selfpublished, all books became ebook bestsellers more than 90,000 sold and are being rereleased by orbit hachette book groups fantasy imprint. Set 3000 years before the timeline of riyria revelations, the series aspires to set the record straight and tell the truth behind the myths shrouding the first empires creation. Cant wait to read the rest of these, im sure that theyll just get better and better. Sullivan opened the first door to his imagination with typewriter keys found in a friends basement when he was just eight years old. Mapping the world the legends of the first empire series.
He has had seven works selected for the goodreads choice award 6 for best fantasy. Sullivan hairraising escapes, flashy sword fights, and faithful friendship complete the formula for good oldfashioned escapist fun. Michael began writing in 1979 and continued until 1994, to no success whatsoever. Set in the world of his popular series, the riyria revelations, the legends of the. It was released on june 28, 2016 and is the first book in the legends of the first empire series plot. The death of dulgath and its ebook was in midoctober 2015, and the. Im not terribly happy about the maps in my current novels.
Book one of the legends of the first empire audible audio edition. The legends of the first empire is a fantasy series set in the distant past of the riyria novels. With age of myth, age of swords, and age of war, fantasy master michael j. Now, sullivans stunning hardcover debut, age of myth, inaugurates an original fivebook seriesand one of fantasy s finest nextgeneration storytellers continues to break new ground.
Sullivan riveted readers with a tale of unlikely heroes locked in a desperate battle to save mankind. Age of myth glossary of terms and names the legends of the. Sullivan author of the riyria revelations, a medieval fantasy lacking ancient evils or orphans destined for greatness. Sep 14, 2016 another great story from author of the riyria revelations and riyria chronicles series, michael j. Book one of the legends of the first empire audible audiobook unabridged michael j. Now, sullivan s stunning hardcover debut, age of myth, inaugurates an original fivebook.
The first book age of myth was released on june 28, 2016 from del rey fantasy imprint of penguin random house. The legends of the first empire series by michael j. Book one of the legends of the first empire ebook written by michael j. Magic, fantasy, and mythology collide in michael j. One of the five major races of elan, the rhunes eke out povertystricken lives in. Sullivans trailblazing career began with the breakout success of his riyria series. Age of myth glossary of terms and names airenthenon. Today he uses computer keys, writing classic fantasy with unlikely heroes, including the bestselling riyria novels and his latest epic legends of the first empire. I invite you to start your journey today, with age of myth, and learn what you only thought you knew.
The gods have been proven mortal and new heroes will arise as the battle continues in the sequel to age of mythfrom the author of the riyria revelations and riyria chronicles series. After years of warfare, humanity has gained the upper hand and has pushed the fhrey to. Age of myths stunning cover, designed by marc simonetti. Jan 01, 2017 age of myth is set 3,000 years before the the riyria revelations, but dont be scared because this series is meant to be read separately and there will be no spoilers if you havent completed it. Sullivan s latest book, age of myth, the first book in a new series called the legends of the first empire a series set in the same world as sullivan s riyria series i learned two lessons. Book recaps the legends of the first empire series. Book one of the legends of the first empire by michael j. Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your honest and detailed thoughts then people will find new books that are right for them.
Barnes and noble fantasy blog age of myth bears the hallmark storytelling genius that we have all come to love of michael s work. With age of myth, age of swords, and new york times bestselling age of war, fantasy master michael j. Where trr is very humorous and inducing curiosity and excitement, i find this book bland in comparison. Sullivan s trailblazing career began with the breakout success of his riyria series. Aug 01, 2016 age of myth is the first book of a series titled the legends of the first empire. Age of myth audiobook free download and listen by michael j sullivan. But when a god falls to a human blade, the balance of power between humans and those they thought were gods changes forever. Age of myth recap age of swords recap age of war recap age of legend recap the legends of the first empire series another epic fantasy from michael j.
Book two of the legends of the first empire kindle edition by sullivan, michael j download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. But the events in age of myth happen thousands of years before the events of those books. Now, sullivan s stunning hardcover debut, age of myth, inaugurates an original five. It is very fastpaced, possibly too fast, which is what i. This book is an incredible classic fantasy tale that doesnt feel like a repeat of plotlines that have been tried a hundred times before. When i created them i had no intention on publishing the books, so the map i created was really just for my own purposes a way to keep track of places and distances. Sullivans work, this series is set in the same world as his riyria series the riyria chronicles and the riyria revelations. The domed and pillared structure where the aquila holds meetings. Now the thrilling saga continues as the human uprising is threatened by powerful enemies from withoutand bitter rivalries from within. In 2012 io9 named him one of the most successful selfpublished scifi and fantasy authors. On the first third part of the book, the narration was lacking in taste that it didnt feel like the writing of michael j. Raithe is an awesome hero, persephone is a very strong woman, malcolm is hilarious, and arion is not a mage id want to mess with. Sullivan is an american author of epichigh fantasy and science fiction novels.
His books have been translated into french, german, spanish, czech, dutch, polish, hungarian, japanese, georgian. One of fantasys finest nextgeneration storytellers continues to break new ground. After years of warfare, humanity has gained the upper hand and has pushed the fhrey to the edge of their homeland, but no farther. Age of myth inaugurates another sixbook series set in elan. Since time immemorial, humans have worshipped the gods they call fhrey, truly a race apart. My nonspoiler thoughts on age of myth by michael j. The bibliosanctum heroes will be born in the most unlikely way when women show perseverance, tenacity, resilience and truest of intentions. Sullivan riveted fans with a tale of unlikely heroes locked in a desperate battle to save humankind. Age of myth quotes showing of 61 thats what a good wife does, keeps your dreams alive even when you dont believe anymore.
Like fools believe silence is a void needing to be filled. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading age of myth. Make sure you always read the words on the page, and not your perceived words. Sullivan is an american writer of epic fantasy and science fiction, best known for his debut series the riyria revelations, which has been translated into fourteen languages. Since time immemorial, individuals have worshiped gods they call fhrey, who are. Sullivan and is the first book in the legends of the first empire audiobooks series. Its set in the world of his riyria books, but they can be read completely separate.
It was released on june 28, 2016 and is the first book in the legends of the first empire series. Sullivan newest series, the legends of the first empire. About the series the legends of the first empire series. Today he uses computer keys, writing classic fantasy with unlikely heroes, including the bestselling r. The emerald storm in 2010, percepliquis in 2012, and the crown tower in 20, age of myth in 2016. They released the second title age of swords in july 2017 and the the legends of the first empire series another epic fantasy from michael j. Instead, it focuses on a pair of rogues caught in the wrong place at the right time. Age of myth s stunning cover, designed by marc simonetti. Sullivan launched readers on an epic journey of magic and adventure, heroism and betrayal, love and loss. With age of myth, age of swords, and the new york times bestselling age of war, fantasy master michael j.
Sullivan epub file on your apple android kindle device. I came to michael j sullivan via hollow world thoroughly recommended and that led to all the royce and hadrian books. The age of myth has a narrative thats far from the narrative of the riyria revelations series. The bibliosanctum, on age of myth hairraising escapes, flashy sword fights, and faithful friendship complete the formula for good oldfashioned escapist fun. Sullivans latest book, age of myth, the first book in a new series called the legends of the first empire a series set in the same world as. From the very first page, the story was intriguing and exciting. Book one of the legends of the first empire kindle edition by sullivan, michael j download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Each culture has its own myths and legends, but only one is shared, and it is feared by all. Want to start reading riyria and dont know in what order you should read it. Age of myth is set 3,000 years before the the riyria revelations, but dont be scared because this series is meant to be read separately and there will be no spoilers if. Oct 04, 2016 thus the epic proportions of the story in michael j. Notice that legends of the first empire takes place a long time ago, as a result, not only all the. Sullivan s trailblazing career began with the breakout success of his riyria series fullbodied, spellbinding fantasy adventures whose imaginative scope and sympathetic characters won a devoted readership and comparisons to fantasy masters brandon sanderson, scott lynch, and j.
Other readers will always be interested in your opinion of the books youve read. Sullivan has two new york times bestsellers age of war and age of legend, and three books on the usa today bestseller list age of swords, age of war, age legend. But, if youve already gotten these books, check out the sale anyway. Everyday low prices on a huge range of new releases and classic fiction. You see, writing isnt a career that i felt was within my reach, and im eternally grateful to all my readers who have supported me and made that dream possible.
Age of myth was my first foray into books by michael j. From the legends of the first empire series, volume 1. It is very fastpaced, possibly too fast, which is what i felt was its main downfall, knocking it down a star. Make sure you always read the words on the page, and not your perceived words never doubt michael j. Only books that i own ebook rights to can be purchased on this site more coming in the future. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read age of myth. Sullivans latest book, age of myth, the first book in a new series called the legends of the first empire a series set in the same world as sullivans riyria series i learned two lessons. Sullivan opened the first door to his imagination with typewriter keys found in a friends basement when he was just ten years old. Sullivan if you enjoy epic fantasy, and are perhaps hungering for something with timeless appeal, then i highly recommend picking up age of myth. Thus the epic proportions of the story in michael j. Age of myth glossary of terms and names the legends of. Age of myth legends of the first empire, book 1 by michael j. No prior knowledge of the riyria books is required to enjoy this series to the fullest, but those who read both will find the truth in various myths and legends and see for themselves how the first empire was formed.