Among the Burning Flowers
With the awakening of fire-breathing dragons, Among the Burning Flowers sees the first sparks of danger that threaten to consume the world in The Priory of the Orange Tree.
Take your first steps into the epic.
Yscalin, land of sunshine and lavender, will soon be ablaze.
It has been centuries since the Draconic Army took wing, almost extinguishing humankind.
Marosa Vetalda is a prisoner in her own home, controlled by her cold father, King Sigoso. Over the mountains, her betrothed, Aubrecht Lievelyn, rules Mentendon in all but name. Together, they intend to usher in a better world.
A better world seems impossibly distant to Estina Melaugo, who hunts the Draconic beasts that have slept across the world for centuries.
And now the great wyrm Fýredel is stirring, and Yscalin will be the first to fall . . .
A story of human resilience in the face of dire circumstances, Among the Burning Flowers leads readers through the gripping and tragic events that pave the way for the opening of the million-copy bestseller The Priory of The Orange Tree.
Richly illustrated with magical artwork by Rovina Cai (@rovinacai).
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Samantha Shannon
Samantha Shannon’s name has become synonymous with sprawling, intricate fantasy worlds where magic, politics, and deeply complex characters collide. Best known for her The Priory of the Orange Tree and The Bone Season series, Shannon has carved a niche for herself as one of the most exciting voices in contemporary fantasy. Her stories are bold, expansive, and filled with a profound sense of wonder that captures the imagination of readers around the world.
Born in the UK, Shannon’s love for storytelling was cultivated early. Growing up, she was enchanted by fantastical tales and soon began weaving her own. Her academic background in English Literature and her passion for mythology and world-building laid the foundation for her writing career. Her debut series, The Bone Season, takes place in a vividly constructed world where clairvoyants live in a tense, divided society—blurring the lines between reality and the supernatural. The complex world-building, combined with her unique take on clairvoyance and its consequences, immediately set her apart in the crowded fantasy genre.
The Roots of Chaos
The Roots of Chaos is an epic fantasy series by Samantha Shannon that plunges readers into a world where magic is as ancient as the earth itself, and the balance between light and darkness teeters on the edge of destruction. Rich in myth, mystery, and complexity, the series invites readers to explore a landscape where dragons soar over battlefields, mighty kingdoms are divided by old grudges, and powerful forces threaten to unravel the world as it is known.
The Roots of Chaos consists of one primary book, and includes two additional books that complement the series but are not considered mandatory reads and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
