The Mantle of the Past - A Scattering of Leaves, #1

The Mantle of the Past is a Literary Titan Gold Book Award winner and the first book in the A Scattering of Leaves Series. Set in the world of Kolgennon, a place where myth, legend and reality clash.

The King of Kings has fallen. His vast domain teeters on the brink of civil war as his generals squabble over his legacy, conquered peoples plot rebellion and old foes seek to reassert themselves.

The dust has only just begun to settle on the conquests of Tekolger, King of the Doldun, who exploded out of the east to forge an empire not seen since before the ancient cataclysm known as the Dusk. His body has not yet been brought home, his armies have not yet returned from his final campaign, but already plots have begun, factions are forming, and rivalries ancient and new are starting to stir.

All the while old powers thought long passed into memory, or simply fictions of fevered imaginations, are once again troubling the minds of men and showing themselves on the fringes of civilisation.

Will the rise of the Doldun prove to be a false dawn? Or will the conquests of the King usher in a new age of peace and prosperity for Kolgennon.

For readers who enjoy the works Guy Gavriel Kay and Steven Erikson, The Mantle of the Past is a richly imagined epic fantasy rooted in the politics, myth, and military drama of the ancient world, where empires fracture and old powers refuse to stay buried. Over 500 pages the struggle for Tekolger's legacy will unfold and this is just the beginning.

'The Mantle of the Past is a remarkable work of historical fantasy that will appeal to fans of epic sagas and richly detailed worlds. D'Ambra's meticulous world-building and deep character explorations create a compelling narrative that rewards attentive readers.' - Literary Titan

'The Mantle of the Past...is an excellent example of how to create a world and make it work within the confines of the story. In this book, readers will discover a captivating and ambitious story that requires careful analysis.' - Book Nerdection

'This is a masterful start to the Scattering of Leaves series, promising readers an epic journey filled with intrigue, emotion, and a sense of timeless wonder.' - Readers' Favorite