James Islington - An Echo of Things to Come

In James Islington's An Echo of Things to Come, the second book in The Licanius Trilogy, the world is thrown into chaos after a devastating attack. An amnesty is declared for all Augurs, allowing them to openly oppose the growing darkness threatening the land of Andarra. The story follows the separate journeys of its main characters. The Augur Davian, along with new allies, travels north toward the weakening Boundary, a magical barrier that keeps malevolent forces at bay. In the capital, Wirr takes on the mantle of Northwarden, navigating political intrigue and assassination plots. Meanwhile, Asha investigates the mysterious disappearance of the Shadows and searches for a cure for her own condition. The character Caeden, burdened by a forgotten past, continues to regain his memories, revealing the complex, ancient history of the war between immortals. As the motivations of the conflicting sides become less clear, the characters are forced to make hard choices that challenge their concepts of good and evil. This epic fantasy dives deeper into the intricate world and magical system established in the first book, hurtling toward a complex and thrilling conclusion.