Blood and Empire
Power is never granted… it can only be seized.
BLOOD AND EMPIRE begins best-selling author James Maxwell’s long-awaited new epic fantasy series, THE GATEWAY SAGA—a gripping tale of ambition, sacrifice, and defiance in the face of destiny.
Young seamstress Bethany dreams of becoming a diviner, one of the select few able to navigate the mysterious gateways that unite the empire. But without wealth or education, and only her mother to raise her, she is on a path to disappointment.
Then Bethany meets Charlton, a cleric, who offers her books and guidance, and she glimpses a life she had thought unreachable. Her problems grow, however, when her ambitions draw attention and her father re-enters her life, confronting her with a past she still needs to come to terms with.
As invasion threatens the empire, and intrigue and betrayal create fault lines amongst the highest circles, Bethany must learn to master both powerful forces and herself, in order to confront the darkness within her own bloodline—and save the empire from itself.
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James Maxwell
James Maxwell’s journey as a storyteller began in the quiet, picturesque Bay of Islands in New Zealand, where the rugged landscapes first ignited his imagination. Raised in Brisbane, Australia, his early years were shaped by vast coastlines and the ever-present whisper of untold stories in the wind. His fascination with history, myth, and the spaces where they intersect eventually led him to explore over forty countries, collecting tales and experiences that would eventually manifest in his writing.
The Gateway Saga
The Gateway Saga is an ambitious and captivating fantasy series that immerses readers in a world where magic is learned, not born. Set against the backdrop of the sprawling Dymantine Empire, this series weaves together the story of a young woman, Bethany, whose quiet life as a seamstress is forever changed after a fateful encounter with a mysterious cleric. As war looms and ancient secrets unravel, Bethany must confront her destiny and the dark forces stirring beneath the empire's surface.
The Gateway Saga consists of three books 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.
