The Strength of the Few: the epic sequel to the fantasy bestseller (Hierarchy Book 2)

Author:   James Islington
Publisher:   Text Publishing
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9781923058507


Pages:   736
Publication Date:   11 November 2025
Format:   Paperback
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The Strength of the Few: the epic sequel to the fantasy bestseller (Hierarchy Book 2)


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The highly anticipated follow-up to The Will of the Many - one of 2023's most lauded and bestselling fantasy novels. The Hierarchy still call me Vis Telimus. They still, as one, believe they know who I am. But with all that has happened-with what I fear is coming-I am not sure it matters anymore. I am no longer one. I won the Iudicium, and lost everything-and now, impossibly, the ancient device beyond the Labyrinth has replicated me across three separate worlds. A different version of myself in each of Obiteum, Luceum, and Res. Three different bodies, three different lives. I have to hide; fight; play politics. I have to train; trust; lie. I have to kill; heal; prove myself again, and again, and again. I am loved, and hated, and entirely alone. Above all, though, I need to find answers before it's too late. To understand the nature of what has happened to me, and why. I need to find a way to stop the coming Cataclysm, because if all I have learned is true, I may be the only one who can. PRAISE- '...gripping suspense and epic stakes...' BookPeople 'This sequel is another striking achievement that cements Islington as one of the genre's most compelling voices.' Library Journal 'A compelling story, a cast of complex and diverse characters, and a glimpse into how far a good man can go before he's lost.' Kirkus 'Phenomenal! One of the best high fantasy novels I've read in years-think Red Rising meets The Name of the Wind. I couldn't put it down.' LYNETTE NONI on The Will of the Many

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Author:   James Islington
Publisher:   Text Publishing
Imprint:   The Text Publishing Company
Dimensions:   Width: 15.60cm , Height: 5.00cm , Length: 23.50cm
Weight:   0.889kg
ISBN:  

9781923058507


ISBN 10:   1923058509
Pages:   736
Publication Date:   11 November 2025
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Available To Order   Availability explained
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‘Bestseller Islington’s brilliant middle volume of his Hierarchy trilogy clears the high bar set by the first installment...Evocative prose and nuanced ruminations on the nature of power and sacrifice enhance Islington’s complex multiverse worldbuilding. Readers will be on the edge of their seats.’ * Publishers Weekly (starred review) * ‘Phenomenal! One of the best high fantasy novels I’ve read in years—think Red Rising meets The Name of the Wind. I couldn’t put it down.’ * Lynette Noni on The Will of the Many * 'A brilliant and gut-churning masterpiece.' * Library Journal on The Will of the Many * ‘Cleverly intersperses the world and character building with bursts of action and intrigue which kept me gripped from beginning to end…A fabulously addictive read which I would recommend for lovers of epic fantasy.’ * Good Reading (4.5 stars) on The Will of the Many *


'Full of excitement, danger and mystery, this thrilling adventure leaves us gasping in anticipation of the next instalment.’ * Guardian * ‘Bestseller Islington’s brilliant middle volume of his Hierarchy trilogy clears the high bar set by the first installment...Evocative prose and nuanced ruminations on the nature of power and sacrifice enhance Islington’s complex multiverse worldbuilding. Readers will be on the edge of their seats.’ * Publishers Weekly (starred review) * ‘Gripping suspense and epic stakes…’ * BookPeople * ‘A compelling story, a cast of complex and diverse characters, and a glimpse into how far a good man can go before he’s lost.’ * Kirkus * ‘This sequel is another striking achievement that cements Islington as one of the genre’s most compelling voices.’ * Library Journal * ‘The best book two ever written, three complete stories in one with jaw dropping twists, intense action, deep character work, and masterful plot weaving.’ * Bromantasy * ‘Islington’s series demonstrates exceptional worldbuilding, with the author setting up a complex magic and political system with incredible detail. The story balances lofty magical feats with realistic political drama, crafting a story that is nearly impossible to put down.’ * Daily Bruin *


‘Phenomenal! One of the best high fantasy novels I’ve read in years—think Red Rising meets The Name of the Wind. I couldn’t put it down.’ * Lynette Noni on The Will of the Many * 'Will have fantasy fans clamoring for more.' * Publishers Weekly on The Will of the Many * 'A brilliant and gut-churning masterpiece.' * Library Journal on The Will of the Many * ‘Cleverly intersperses the world and character building with bursts of action and intrigue which kept me gripped from beginning to end…A fabulously addictive read which I would recommend for lovers of epic fantasy.’ * Good Reading (4.5 stars) on The Will of the Many *


Author Information

James Islington is the author of The Licanius Trilogy which has sold more than a million copies around the world. He was born in Frankston in 1981, and raised in Cranbourne South. He now lives on the Mornington Peninsula.

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