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Soul of the World

Book One of the Ascension Cycle
By David Mealing
Series: Ascension Cycle
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Soul of the World by David Mealing is an epic fantasy novel set in a richly imagined world where three distinct continents face escalating conflicts and magical awakenings. The story follows three main characters: a military officer, a young mage, and a gifted artist, each grappling with their own paths amidst a brewing war. As ancient forces awaken, alliances are tested, and the line between friend and foe blurs, the fate of their world hangs in the balance.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to epic fantasy tales that weave intricate magic systems with compelling characters. The story offers a thrilling mix of political intrigue, intense battles, and a richly developed world, perfect for fans who appreciate grand sagas with a deep sense of adventure and mystery.

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Soul of the World

A brilliant debut epic fantasy with a unique magic system and unforgettable, diverse characters

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'A great epic fantasy debut' - James Islington, author of The Shadow of What Was Lost

Enter a world of royalists and rebels, spies and sorcerers . . .

Sarine is a young artist just trying to survive on the streets of New Sarresant - but soon her magical abilities will draw the attention of royalists and rebels alike.

Arak'Jur is a guardian, responsible for keeping his tribe safe. Now he must master an ancient magic if he hopes to protect his people from bloodshed.

Erris is a brilliant cavalry officer whose leadership has delivered countless victories, but now her enemies seem to know her plans before she's even made them.

These three heroes must rise - or the world will fall.

Soul of the World is a stellar debut from a major new talent, an epic fantasy perfect for fans of Brandon Sanderson, Robert Jordan, and Brent Weeks.

'A magical book, almost overflowing with originality . . . Fascinating world, fun characters, and captivating magic' - The Quill to Live

'Tense enough to make your spine crack . . . This is one hell of a debut novel' - Bookworm Blues

The Ascension Cycle

Soul of the World

Blood of the Gods

Chains of the Earth

Series: Ascension Cycle

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Soul of the World by David Mealing is praised for its compelling characters and distinctive magic system. Reviewers highlight its intricate and rich world-building, describing it as an imaginative and elaborate epic fantasy filled with ambition, greed, betrayal, and war. The book is noted for its originality, fascinating world, engaging characters, and captivating magic, leaving readers eager for the sequel.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780356508948

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 February 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orbit

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 44.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 440g

Pages: 656

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David Mealing Fantasy Fiction General Fiction Sci-Fi & Fantasy Series: Ascension Cycle

About the Author

David Mealing grew up adoring all things fantasy. He studied philosophy, politics and economics at the University of Oxford, where he taught himself to write by building worlds and stories for pen and paper RPGs. He enjoys board games and card games of all sorts, once spent a summer in Paris learning and subsequently forgetting how to speak French and gave serious thought to becoming a professional bass player before deciding epic fantasy novelist was the wiser choice. He lives in Washington State with his wife and three daughters, and aspires to one day own a ranch in the middle of nowhere.

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