Embers of Chaos

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES • The king is dead, a dragon awakened, and war looms on the horizon in the Kingdom of Íseldur.

The Volsik sisters have reunited, but Silla and Saga’s greatest task yet awaits them: reclaim the throne that was stolen from them seventeen years ago. In order to do so, they must vanquish Signe and her warband of monsters, as well as the dragon Kraugeir, who threatens to burn everything and everyone they love to the ground.

Their new sisterly bond is put to the test as they journey south to defeat the dragon—all while a prophecy shakes the foundations of Silla’s love and Saga is forced to choose between heart and duty.

But even as the sisters focus on the foes before their eyes, the unseen stirs. Rökkur is coming. Soon the gods will be at war, the mortals their weapons.

Return to Íseldur, where chaos reigns, love is the hardest battle of all, and two sisters must stop a god before the twilight of days is upon them.

Look for all of the books in the breathtaking Ashen series:
THE ROAD OF BONES • KINGDOM OF CLAW • ROOTS OF DARKNESS • DAWN OF THE NORTH • EMBERS OF CHAOS

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

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The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

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• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

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• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

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The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs