Embers of Illeniel books in order

Q: "How many books are in the Embers of Illeniel series?"

"There are three books in the Embers of Illeniel series, published between 2014 and 2016."

Q: "What is the first book in the Embers of Illeniel series?"

"The first book in the Embers of Illeniel series is The Mountains Rise, published in 2014."

Q: "Is Embers of Illeniel a prequel to Mageborn?"

"Embers of Illeniel is set in the same world as Mageborn but at an earlier point in the world's history, making it a prequel to the events of the main series. It can be read before or after Mageborn, though many readers find the prequel more meaningful after reading the original series and understanding the history being depicted."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	The Mountains Rise	2014	Michael G. Manning	Buy
2	The Silent Tempest	2015	Michael G. Manning	Buy
3	Betrayer’s Bane	2016	Michael G. Manning	Buy

Embers of Illeniel is a three-book epic fantasy series by Michael G. Manning, published between 2014 and 2016. The books – The Mountains Rise, The Silent Tempest, and Betrayer’s Bane – are set in the same world as Mageborn but at an earlier historical period, filling in the background history that shapes the events of the main series.

Manning uses this series to explore the origins of the magical lineages and conflicts that define the Mageborn world. Readers who want to understand the deeper history of the setting will find Embers of Illeniel informative as a companion to the main series. The three books run in tight publication sequence and complete a contained arc that stands on its own while enriching the broader world.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Embers of Illeniel series?

There are three books in the Embers of Illeniel series, published between 2014 and 2016.

What is the first book in the Embers of Illeniel series?

The first book in the Embers of Illeniel series is The Mountains Rise, published in 2014.

Is Embers of Illeniel a prequel to Mageborn?

Embers of Illeniel is set in the same world as Mageborn but at an earlier point in the world’s history, making it a prequel to the events of the main series. It can be read before or after Mageborn, though many readers find the prequel more meaningful after reading the original series and understanding the history being depicted.

Reading order#

Frequently Asked Questions

Reading order