Drakemaster

by EC Ambrose

A desperate race across medieval China to locate a clockwork doomsday device

1257 CE: Kaifeng, China

As the Mongol army sweeps across China, characters with overlapping destinies are caught up in this epic story:

A European bronzecaster taken as a slave by the Mongols. He builds mighty siege cannons for the Khan, but discovers there are even more frightening weapons…
A Shaolin monk, who tries to follow the path of the Buddha, even when it leads him into conflict with his own order…
A Chinese woman astronomer, who sees disaster written in the stars, who must hand herself over to enemies to try and stop a foretold catastrophe…
A Mongol soldier, ridiculed by his own people, who will do anything to aid his Khan and prove his worth…
A Chinese dancer, a spy in the court of the Khan, who faces a dilemma when striking at the enemy may destroy the kingdom she is trying to save…
A novice scholar who discovers his talents lead in a different, frightening direction…
A secret magical order whose attempt to save the old dynasty may destroy the world…

An epic historical fantasy novel from the author of “The King of Next Week”, The Dark Apostle and Bone Guard series.

“I’ve long admired E.C. Ambrose’s thriller and mystery work, but Drakemaster is a huge cut above. Expertly researched with unforgettable characters and superb writing, this is one not to be missed.”
— Brendan DuBois, award-winning and New York Times bestselling author

“Fascinating and complex characters, devious political machinations, clockwork magic, and thrilling chases across breathtaking landscapes coalesce in a poignant journey of spiritual self-discovery, human connection, and heroic sacrifice. Sure to please fans of historical fiction and high fantasy alike.”
— Christopher M. Cevasco, editor and historical fiction author

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