The Will Of The Many

The Will Of The Many by James Islington


ISBN
9781923058262
Published
Binding
Paperback
Pages
720
Dimensions
158 x 236mm

Stunning new paperback edition. At the elite Catenan Academy, a young fugitive uncovers world-changing secrets in this 'brilliant and gut-churning masterpiece' (Library Journal) by the internationally bestselling author of The Licanius Trilogy.

'Phenomenal! One of the best high fantasy novels I've read in years-think Red Rising meets The Name of the Wind. I couldn't put it down.' - Lynette Noni

The Catenan Republic-the Hierarchy-may rule the world now, but they do not know everything.

I tell them my name is Vis Telimus. I tell them I w a s orphaned after a tragic accident three years ago, and that good fortune alone has led to my acceptance into their most prestigious school. I tell them that once I graduate, I will gladly join the rest of civilised society in allowing my strength, my drive and my focus-what they call Will-to be leeched away and added to the power of those above me, as millions already do. As all must eventually do.

I tell them that I belong, and they believe me.

But the truth is that I have been sent to the Academy to find answers. To solve a murder. To search for an ancient weapon. To uncover secrets that may tear the Republic apart.

And that I will never, ever cede my Will to the empire that executed my family.

To survive, though, I will still have to rise through the Academy's ranks. I will have to smile, and make friends, and pretend to be one of them and win. Because if I cannot, then those who want to control me, who know my real name, will no longer have any use for me.

And if the Hierarchy finds out who I truly am, they will kill me.

PRAISE FOR THE WILL OF THE MANY-

'Fans of Pierce Brown's Red Rising will enjoy this book, but it's darker, deeper, and takes unexpected paths worth traveling. Trust that the author will get you there in the end.' - Kirkus (starred review)

'Islington subverts the magic school trope and Roman-inspired world building to make this fantasy-dystopian setting distinctly his own... He hits the nail right on the head...The pages truly whiz by.' Aurealis

'The most high-octane, twisting and turning magical conspiracy I have ever read. I stayed up all night to finish it and had to pick my jaw up off the ground once I was done...The magic system and world building felt up there with some of the best in the genre.' Readings


'Islington cleverly intersperses the world and character building with bursts of action and intrigue which kept me gripped from beginning to end...A fabulously addictive read which I would recommend for lovers of epic fantasy.' Good Reading (4.5 stars)

'The Will of the Many is my favourite book of 2023. One of the best fantasy books I have read...If you haven't read fantasy before this is the one to start with.' Jeremy, Page & Blackmore Booksellers
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Stunning new paperback edition. At the elite Catenan Academy, a young fugitive uncovers world-changing secrets in this 'brilliant and gut-churning masterpiece' (Library Journal) by the internationally bestselling author of The Licanius Trilogy.

'Phenomenal! One of the best high fantasy novels I've read in years-think Red Rising meets The Name of the Wind. I couldn't put it down.' - Lynette Noni

The Catenan Republic-the Hierarchy-may rule the world now, but they do not know everything.

I tell them my name is Vis Telimus. I tell them I w a s orphaned after a tragic accident three years ago, and that good fortune alone has led to my acceptance into their most prestigious school. I tell them that once I graduate, I will gladly join the rest of civilised society in allowing my strength, my drive and my focus-what they call Will-to be leeched away and added to the power of those above me, as millions already do. As all must eventually do.

I tell them that I belong, and they believe me.

But the truth is that I have been sent to the Academy to find answers. To solve a murder. To search for an ancient weapon. To uncover secrets that may tear the Republic apart.

And that I will never, ever cede my Will to the empire that executed my family.

To survive, though, I will still have to rise through the Academy's ranks. I will have to smile, and make friends, and pretend to be one of them and win. Because if I cannot, then those who want to control me, who know my real name, will no longer have any use for me.

And if the Hierarchy finds out who I truly am, they will kill me.

PRAISE FOR THE WILL OF THE MANY-

'Fans of Pierce Brown's Red Rising will enjoy this book, but it's darker, deeper, and takes unexpected paths worth traveling. Trust that the author will get you there in the end.' - Kirkus (starred review)

'Islington subverts the magic school trope and Roman-inspired world building to make this fantasy-dystopian setting distinctly his own... He hits the nail right on the head...The pages truly whiz by.' Aurealis

'The most high-octane, twisting and turning magical conspiracy I have ever read. I stayed up all night to finish it and had to pick my jaw up off the ground once I was done...The magic system and world building felt up there with some of the best in the genre.' Readings


'Islington cleverly intersperses the world and character building with bursts of action and intrigue which kept me gripped from beginning to end...A fabulously addictive read which I would recommend for lovers of epic fantasy.' Good Reading (4.5 stars)

'The Will of the Many is my favourite book of 2023. One of the best fantasy books I have read...If you haven't read fantasy before this is the one to start with.' Jeremy, Page & Blackmore Booksellers


ISBN:
9781923058262
Publication Date:
10 / 06 / 2025
Pages:
720
Dimensions:
158 x 236mm

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