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Age of War
Epic fantasy
Age of War
Book 3 of the The Legends of the First Empire series
Human and Fhrey forces move into open war as Persephone's alliance struggles to survive enemies with superior weapons, magic, and experience. Raithe's symbolic role, Suri's growing power, and the courage of ordinary fighters become crucial as victories demand increasingly personal costs. Leadership disputes and battlefield losses turn legends in the making into people forced to choose what future their sacrifices might purchase. Epic and emotional, this installment suits readers who enjoy large battles, reluctant icons, found families under pressure, and mythic history shown before grief has been polished into heroic song.
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Extensive war and battle violence; deaths of major characters; severe injury; murder; grief and trauma; slavery; frightening creatures; political betrayal.
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Banford Breakfast Tea
Strong black tea and honey make a comforting morning cup. Choose milk for softness or lemon for brightness.
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- Steep the tea for 3–5 minutes. Stir in honey, then add either milk or lemon to taste.
- Garnish: Lemon wheel if using lemon.
- Glassware: Mug.
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- Garnish: Grapefruit or lime wedge.
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