A king defies his advisors and joins a coup against an enemy empire, but risks the fate of his own nation. This gripping tale explores the dangers of pride and self-destruction.

The Last Chronicle of the Dread Empire

An Ill Fate Marshalling

Before the Black Company, there was Dread Empire. Contains 3 books in the main trilogy, 2 prequels and 3 sequels. The prequels can be read in the publishing order - after the main trilogy. Night Shade Books released the books as Omnibus volumes as well - Main trilogy: A Cruel WindPrequels: A Fortress in ShadowSequels: Wrath of Kings

An Ill Fate Marshalling

The Last Chronicle of the Dread Empire

Glen Cook