The Trials of Empire

The Trials of Empire
AuthorRichard Swan
SeriesEmpire of the Wolf
PublisherOrbit Books
Publication date
2024
Preceded byThe Tyranny of Faith 
Followed byGrave Empire 

The Trials of Empire is a 2024 fantasy novel by Richard Swan. It is the third novel in the Empire of the Wolf trilogy.

Reception

The book received mostly positive reviews from critics who praised it as a conclusion to the trilogy, noting its characterization, plotting and worldbuilding as highlights.[1][2][3] Kirkus Reviews gave it a mixed review, writing that "despite careful worldbuilding and tense plotting, the book barely escapes being a slog."[4]

References

  1. ^ Collins, Adrian (2023-12-09). "REVIEW: The Trials of Empire by Richard Swan". Grimdark Magazine. Retrieved 2025-09-23.
  2. ^ Live, Andrew Mather-The Quill to (2024-08-01). "The Trials Of Empire - Test Of Patience". The Quill to Live. Retrieved 2025-09-23.
  3. ^ "THE TRIALS OF EMPIRE by Richard Swan – SFFWorld". 2024-02-03. Retrieved 2025-09-23.
  4. ^ THE TRIALS OF EMPIRE | Kirkus Reviews.