Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lord of the Fallen | 2016 | John Forrester | Buy |
| 2 | Empire Awakening | 2018 | John Forrester | Buy |
The Maledorian Chronicles is a two-book fantasy series by John Forrester. Lord of the Fallen (2016) and Empire Awakening (2018) tell a story of empires in conflict, with themes of downfall and resurgence that the titles make clear.
The series came after Forrester had established himself with the Blacklight Chronicles and shows his continued interest in building fantasy worlds with political and military dimensions. The two-year gap between books suggests a larger, more carefully planned narrative than some of his shorter series.