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Paths of Prophecy

Set in a world plagued by oppression and greed, this dark epic fantasy follows Makayla, a young slave girl granted the powers of a god after a brutal attack, and Kael, a devoted citizen with vast magical abilities.

With her new powers, Makayla believes herself to be the Light, prophesied to liberate her enslaved people, end the empire’s oppressive reign, and save the world from eternal darkness. Her massive army of freed slaves threatens the empire’s hold on the West, but her divine powers didn’t come from a benevolent god, and her thirst for vengeance risks unleashing cataclysmic destruction.

On the other side of the empire, Kael is headed to finish his training as an imperial assassin when his caravan is attacked by a horde of undead. Nurtured to health by a people he once despised, he finds friendship, love, and a new idyllic life outside the empire. When the empire discovers his hidden village, he must flee his newfound life. On the run, he discovers he is bound to Makayla by a prophecy he’d never believed, but now cannot ignore. Can he change her Path of Prophecy before her dark powers consume not only her but all life on Yrsa?

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I loved book one, but this took things to an entirely different level of amazing. ABSOLUTELY RECOMMEND.
Stacy Brown
Goodreads Review
J.C. Eyler’s Paths of Prophecy is an amazing beginning to what promises to be an enchanting and thrilling epic!
Juan Mendoza
Amazon Review
The twists and turns, the joy and sadness—all mixed in.
Camy Jo Weber
Amazon Review
Eyler’s world-building vividly depicts war-torn landscapes, tall city walls, cozy villages, and windy mountain ranges. At the same time, some details are left to the imagination, likely to be revealed in future installments—leaving readers like me eagerly awaiting the next novel.
Anonymous Customer
Amazon Review
The prologue and first couple of chapters are intense—like Game of Thrones Red Wedding level carnage!
AzD
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Rich story lines, relatable characters and amazing world building. I couldn't put it down. Book 2 can't get here fast enough.
Gary T
Amazon Review
This book takes you on a wonderful journey with fun, thrilling and exciting characters who go through challenges and tribulations. If you are a fantasy lover, you need to check this out!
Dawn Gaches
Goodreads Review
The story of a young man discovering everything he knew of the world was wrong, lied to him by the overbearing and insidious Empire. Kael and his friends travel across a vibrant world, discovering their true talents and places within the prophecy of light.
Brendon Phipps
Audible Review
Emporor's ass that was an amazing listen!! The book came out swinging within the first few minutes, demanded my attention, and then kept it every step of the way.
Robert
Audible Review
Reading the intro, I expected this book to be heavier and darker than I usually enjoy. And there are some heavy scenes, but it also contains some seriously wholesome chapters that balance things out. The writing is superb, and the magic system—while drawing inspiration from The Wheel of Time—is original and fascinating.
Joshua Branson
Amazon Review
Captivating page turner, highly recommended! Can't wait for book two!
Wally Haworth
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This is a great book. I became quite a attached to some of the characters. It has a lot of world building, and I cannot wait to see what's to come.
kdog30
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Paths of Prophecy punches you in the gut, with a message as timeless as it is relevant: no one is truly irredeemable, and no one is completely pure. The breathtakingly vivid imagery and meticulous worldbuilding make it easy to lose yourself in Eyler’s fantasy universe.
Maya
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Captivating, brilliant and strong writings that draw your mind into this book instantly. One of a kind that is hard to put down.
Ronnie
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The story of a young man discovering everything he knew of the world was wrong, lied to him by the overbearing and insidious Empire. Kael and his friends travel across a vibrant world, discovering their true talents and places within the prophecy of light.
Brendon Phipps
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About
J. C. Eyler

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Dark Epic Fantasy Author & Philosopher of Ethics

From rural beginnings in Northern California, J. C. Eyler’s adventurous life has taken him to the front lines of combat, across the beautiful beaches of Brazil, and into a philosopher’s classroom to study ethics. Now, he sips coffee, and wonders why his characters refuse to take the paths he so clearly laid out for them.

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