Thrones of Shadow and Ash Framework of Magic Series Book

“The stakes skyrocket as revolution spreads and the empire strikes back.” Revolution has a price—and Kael is about to discover just how steep it is. After transforming District Seven with his revolutionary Framework reforms, Kael has become a symbol of hope for the oppressed and a target for the powerful. But hope is a dangerous commodity in the Astoria Empire, and those who threaten the established order rarely survive long enough to see their visions realized. Now the game turns deadly. Lord Valerius may be gone, but the vultures are circling. District Lords from across the empire descend on Thornhaven—some seeking alliance, others seeking Kael’s head. The Imperial Court watches from afar, calculating whether this upstart reformer is a useful tool or a threat that must be eliminated. When assassins strike and political conspiracies unravel, Kael faces a brutal truth: good intentions won’t protect the people depending on him. As neighboring districts erupt in chaos and enemies close in from all sides, he must navigate treacherous alliances, unmask hidden traitors, and master political warfare—all while maintaining the reforms that made him a target in the first place. The battlefield has shifted from formulas to thrones: – Military forces mass at Thornhaven’s borders – Ancient noble houses maneuver for advantage – The Framework becomes a weapon in a war Kael never wanted – Allies reveal hidden agendas as pressure mounts – Every choice carries consequences measured in lives But the greatest threat may not be the enemies Kael can see. In the shadows, darker forces are stirring—conspiracies that reach into the heart of the empire itself, manipulating events with an agenda centuries in the making. THRONES OF SHADOW AND ASH is perfect for readers who crave: ✓ High-stakes political intrigue and strategic warfare ✓ Character development tested by impossible moral choices ✓ Magic systems weaponized in innovative, tactical ways ✓ Complex villains with understandable motivations ✓ Revolutionary movements facing real-world consequences Kael’s evolution from idealistic reformer to hardened political operator is masterfully executed. The magic, the politics, the personal cost—everything deepens. The revolution spreads. The empire responds. And Kael must become something he never wanted to be: a player in the deadliest game of all. Book 2 of The Framework of Magic series. The conflict escalates. The stakes multiply. The framework’s true power is revealed.