RE: Monarch

Monarch: A Prince Out of Time (RE: Monarch #1) by J. McCoy

Power can rebuild or destroy, and in RE: Monarch it does both. This dark progression fantasy follows a man who dies a king and awakens as his younger self, forced to relive a past that has already burned his world to ash. With knowledge of the wars, betrayals, and blood that once ended his reign, he must now rebuild from nothing, one calculated choice at a time.

The story thrives on strategy rather than brute force. Each decision is a step through shifting alliances, ancient powers, and moral decay. Magic is not just a weapon but a living system that binds every kingdom, and every failure has weight. The atmosphere is heavy with tension and consequence, pulling readers into a world where foresight can be both a gift and a curse.

Rather than offering easy victories, RE: Monarch unfolds like a slow-burning game of chess, each move echoing through politics, magic, and memory. It’s a story about ambition reclaimed, humanity tested, and the endless struggle between fate and free will.

Perfect for readers who enjoy complex world-building, introspective characters, and the quiet power of redemption, this series invites you to question what it truly means to rule when you’ve already lost everything once before.

RE: Monarch 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.


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Speculative Fiction Books

(RE: Monarch #1 / 4)
2022 | fantasy, epic fantasy, high fantasy
(RE: Monarch #2 / 4)
2022 | fantasy, epic fantasy, high fantasy
(RE: Monarch #3 / 4)
2023 | fantasy, epic fantasy, high fantasy
(RE: Monarch #4 / 4)
2026 | fantasy, epic fantasy, high fantasy | Release date 2026

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