Promise of Blood: Book 1 in the Powder Mage trilogy - Powder Mage trilogy (Paperback)

Promise of Blood is the best debut I've read in ages. Brian McClellan has a bold new take on fantasy Guns, swords and magic together? What more could you want? How about tense action, memorable characters, rising stakes . . . Brian McClellan is the real thing This book is just plain awesome. I found myself enjoying every moment of it. Innovative magic, quick-paced plot, interesting world. I had a blast Excellent . . . a ripping yarn An historically-influenced fantastical romp filled with machismo, intrigue and magic A French Revolution with wizards; McClelland's debut packs some serious heat Promise of Blood is filled with engaging characters, original worldbuilding, and a plot that left me unable to put the book down . . . An engaging and wonderfully-written work An amazing debut Promise of Blood is a lot of fun, and the start of something potentially fantastic Stunning, well crafted, compelling and engaging Everyone should pick up Promise of Blood . . . Yes, it really is that good An extremely engaging novel . . . The addictive narrative pace, inventive world-building, and gestalt of this novel are impressive A winning debut Promise of Blood is, hands down, my favorite read of the year . . . An instant classic An excellent debut that promises to captivate readers