Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rebel Mage | 2021 | Dan Decker | Buy |
Empire on Fire opens with Rebel Mage, set in a world where magic has been outlawed by a declining empire. When the protagonist discovers forbidden abilities, the choice between self-preservation and joining the rebellion becomes unavoidable.
The series is early in its run with one published book so far, but it establishes a familiar fantasy setup — magical talent, political oppression, and the spark of revolt — filtered through Dan Decker’s preference for fast plotting and action-driven storytelling.