Shadows of the Apt

Empire in Black and Gold

Adrian Tchaikovsky, author of the Arthur C. Clarke Award winner Children of Time, brings you an epic fantasy series of war and empire. In this first volume, an ancient empire sets its sights on conquering its allies, threatening decades of peace. But only one man sees war is coming.

Dragonfly Falling

The epic fantasy series of war and empire by Arthur C. Clarke Award-winning author Adrian Tchaikovsky continues. As the Wasp Empire marches towards war, city-states prepare themselves for siege against its terrifying weaponry. And Stenwold Maker finds himself hunted.

Blood of the Mantis

Adrian Tchaikovsky, author of the Arthur C. Clarke Award-winning Children of Time, brings you an epic fantasy series of war and empire. In this third volume, Stenwold must rally his allies for battle.

Salute the Dark

The epic fantasy series of war and empire by Arthur C. Clarke Award-winning author Adrian Tchaikovsky continues. A terrible new power could see the Wasp Empire triumph over everything. It's time for spymaster Stenwold to choose his path.

Scarab Path

The epic fantasy series of war and empire by Arthur C. Clarke Award-winning author Adrian Tchaikovsky continues. The Wasp Empire's conquest over Collegium has halted for now. But only her former spymaster knows the truth about her sinister powers.

Sea Watch

The epic fantasy series of war and empire by Arthur C. Clarke Award-winning author Adrian Tchaikovsky continues. A hidden threat falls over Collegium, as Stenwold Maker prepares for another attack by the Wasp Empire.

Heirs of the Blade

The epic fantasy series of war and empire by Arthur C. Clarke Award-winning author Adrian Tchaikovsky continues. The Wasp Empire is closing in on an ancient city - but Empress Seda has her eyes on a far greater prize within its walls.

Air War

The epic fantasy series of war and empire by Arthur C. Clarke Award-winning author Adrian Tchaikovsky continues. As war closes in on the world, the Empire summons their soldiers to march and Empress Seda prepares to claim her birthright.

War Master's Gate

The epic fantasy series of war and empire by Arthur C. Clarke Award-winning author Adrian Tchaikovsky continues. As the forces of Collegium and the Empire clash, Empress Seda seeks an ancient power that could turn the tide of war.

Seal of the Worm

The epic fantasy series of war and empire by Arthur C. Clarke Award-winning author Adrian Tchaikovsky comes to its thrilling conclusion. The Empire is finally victorious but at a terrible price, as an ancient evil reawakens with devastating consequences.