The Trials of Empire
| Author | Richard Swan |
|---|---|
| Series | Empire of the Wolf |
| Publisher | Orbit Books |
Publication date | 2024 |
| Preceded by | The Tyranny of Faith |
| Followed by | Grave 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
- ^ Collins, Adrian (2023-12-09). "REVIEW: The Trials of Empire by Richard Swan". Grimdark Magazine. Retrieved 2025-09-23.
- ^ Live, Andrew Mather-The Quill to (2024-08-01). "The Trials Of Empire - Test Of Patience". The Quill to Live. Retrieved 2025-09-23.
- ^ "THE TRIALS OF EMPIRE by Richard Swan – SFFWorld". 2024-02-03. Retrieved 2025-09-23.
- ^ THE TRIALS OF EMPIRE | Kirkus Reviews.