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The Blackfire Blade

The Last Legacy #2 / 3
by James Logan
The Blackfire Blade (The Last Legacy #2) by James Logan
⧗ 8.00 / 1
1234567189★10★

The hotly anticipated sequel to THE SILVERBLOOD PROMISE, the incredible new epic fantasy series perfect for fans of Scott Lynch.

Winter has come early to Korslakov, City of Spires, and Lukan Gardova has arrived with it. Most visitors to this famous city of artifice seek technological marvels, or alchemical ingenuity. Lukan only desires the unknown legacy his father has left for him, in the vaults of the Blackfire Bank.

But when Lukan's past catches up with him, his key to the vault ends up in the hands of a mysterious thief known only as the Rook. As Lukan and his companions race to recover the key, they soon find themselves trapped in a web of murder and deceit. In desperation, Lukan requests the help of Lady Marni Volkova, scion to Korslakov's most powerful family.

Yet Lady Marni has secrets of her own. Worse, she has plans for Lukan and his friends. Plans that involve a journey into Korslakov's dark past, in search of a long-lost alchemical formula that could prove to be the city's greatest discovery . . . or its destruction.

Also known as The Silverblood Promise Book 2.
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Release date: November 4, 2025

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James Logan

James Logan

James Logan’s journey into fantasy fiction is rooted in a childhood spent lost among the pixelated worlds of Commodore 64 games and the branching paths of Fighting Fantasy gamebooks. Growing up in southeast England, those early adventures sparked a fascination with tales of rogues, conspiracies, and shadowy cities, elements he later wove into his debut novel, The Silverblood Promise.

Before stepping fully into the author’s shoes, Logan carved out a significant career in publishing, working behind the scenes as a senior commissioning editor at Orbit Books. This unique vantage point gave him a deep understanding of the genre’s evolving landscape and the challenges writers face. His editorial insight sharpened his own storytelling, encouraging a style marked by fast-paced action, sharp dialogue, and richly textured low-fantasy worlds that feel both gritty and alive.

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The Silverblood Promise introduces readers to Lukan Gardova, a flawed aristocrat drawn into a web of murder, political intrigue, and dark magic within the merchant city of Saphrona. The novel stands out for its blend of snappy banter, relentless momentum, and a sense of place that echoes Renaissance Spain, all delivered with a modern edge. Critics and readers alike have praised its gritty realism and vivid characters, noting how Logan balances adventure and mystery without losing sight of the human element at its core.

His writing process was anything but swift; years of drafts and revisions helped him find a voice that is both engaging and grounded, steering clear of fantasy’s grandiose clichés. This dedication shines through in the way he crafts flawed heroes and complex urban landscapes, inviting readers into stories that feel immediate and immersive.

Looking ahead, Logan is expanding The Last Legacy series, promising new cities, fresh conflicts, and deeper explorations of magic and power. Fans of intricate plots and morally complex characters will find his work a refreshing escape, where every alleyway hides a secret and every shadow carries weight.

In essence, Logan’s fiction is an invitation to dive headlong into adventure, where wit, grit, and mystery collide, a modern fantasy voice shaped by experience, passion, and a love for stories that don’t just entertain but linger long after the last page.

The Last Legacy

In a world where power is currency and shadows conceal deadly secrets, this series invites readers to step into cities alive with intrigue, magic, and betrayal. Here, every ally could be a foe, and every choice carries the weight of legacy. At its heart is a flawed protagonist, navigating the treacherous streets of Saphrona and beyond, a place where merchant princes, secret societies, and ruthless rogues clash beneath glittering facades.

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The story unfolds with relentless momentum, weaving political conspiracy and dark magic into a tapestry that feels both grounded and expansive. The setting itself breathes with Renaissance-inspired textures and gritty realism, inviting readers to explore richly layered urban landscapes filled with whispered deals, hidden dangers, and unspoken debts. The blend of sharp dialogue, fast-paced action, and morally complex characters crafts a fantasy world that resonates with a modern edge.

The series stands out by marrying low-fantasy grit with a narrative that never loses sight of the human heart beneath the intrigue. It’s a tale where survival depends as much on wit and cunning as on the edge of a blade, and where every secret uncovered threatens to unravel long-held truths.

For those who crave a story steeped in atmosphere, political tension, and characters who live in the gray areas between heroism and villainy, this series offers a gripping journey that lingers long after the last page.


The Last Legacy consists of one book and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of two more books. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.

The Silverblood Promise (The Last Legacy #1)
★ 7.34 / 3
The Blackfire Blade (The Last Legacy #2)
⧗ 8.00 / 1
The Last Legacy Book 3 (The Last Legacy #3)
⧗ 8.00 / 1


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