Time Of Troubles Books in Order

After war devastates Makuran's ruling order, young Abivard returns to protect his family and lands. A usurper has seized the crown and the rightful heir has disappeared, forcing him into a dangerous struggle beyond the barbarian raids he expected.

Young Maniakes rallies support from exile to overthrow a tyrant who is draining Videssos while enemies seize its lands. Even if he reaches the throne, he must reunite the damaged empire and confront a former friend turned dangerous foe.

Makuran commander Abivard is ordered to defeat Videssos, but an unexpected invasion forces him to defend his own homeland. Military strategy and powerful sorcery become essential as enemy armies advance and political rivals seek to undermine him.

Emperor Maniakes prepares to carry the war into his enemy's capital and overthrow its despot. But as his army enters the Thousand Cities, the unexplained absence of a formidable opposing commander makes every advance uncertain.