The Damned King

Justin Lee Anderson

Aug 2025 · Hachette UK

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'STRIKINGLY INTENSE. . . IMMERSIVE AND THOROUGHLY COMPELLING' SFX

The revolution continues in the thrilling third novel of Justin Lee Anderson's epic Eidyn Saga, perfect for fans of Anthony Ryan and David Gemmell.

The eternal light keeping demons at bay has been extinguished and Eidyn's last bastion is under brutal siege. Aranok and his allies draw the final battle lines as the war for the kingdom nears its end. With death threatening from every shadow and truth itself at stake, Eidyn's defenders must put aside their grudges and come together. But is it possible to save everyone when some prefer the lie?

'An eclectic cast of characters traverse a war-ravaged kingdom as Anderson's cleverly constructed plot winds its way towards a truly unexpected denouement. Rich in action and intrigue, this fantasy adventure with a Scottish flavour is sure to please fans of David Gemmell' Anthony Ryan, New York Times bestselling author

The Eidyn Saga
The Lost War
The Bitter Crown
The Damned King

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'This book has a perfect blend of everything' Spells and Spaceships

'STRIKINGLY INTENSE. . . IMMERSIVE AND THOROUGHLY COMPELLING' SFX The revolution continues in the thrilling third novel of Justin Lee Anderson's epic Eidyn Saga, perfect for fans of Anthony Ryan and David Gemmell. The eternal light keeping demons at bay has been extinguished and Eidyn's last bast...

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About the author

Justin was a professional writer and editor for 15 years before his debut novel Carpet Diem was published and won the 2018 Audie award for humour. His second novel, The Lost War, won the 2020 SPFBO award. Born in Scotland, he spent his childhood in the US thanks to his dad's football (soccer) career, and also lived in the south of France for three years. He now lives with his family just outside his hometown of Edinburgh.

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