We are super excited to bring you all the cover reveal for J.T Greathouse’s sequel in the Pact and Pattern series – THE GARDEN OF EMPIRE

Before we get to the cover though, here’s a bit about the book:

WAR MAKES MONSTERS OF EVERYONE.

Foolish Cur, once named Wen Alder, finds that his allies in the rebellion might cross any line if it means freedom from the Empire. But he can’t overcome a foe as strong as Emperor Tenet alone.

REBELLION HAS UNINTENDED CONSEQUENCES.

Koro Ha, Foolish Cur’s former tutor, discovers the Empire is not so forgiving of those who raise a traitor. And their suspicion may cost him and his people more than he can imagine.

THE GODS ARE LURKING IN THE SHADOWS.

As war against the Empire rages, Foolish Cur knows there is a greater threat. The emperor plans his own coup against the gods, and they will wreak destruction if he tries. To stop him, Foolish Cur might have to risk everything – and resort to ancient magics that could tear the world apart.

Now, feast your eyes on this beauty…

Cover art by Patrick Knowles of Patrick Knowles Design – Website | Twitter | Instagram

Isn’t it just stunning? The pink and purples hues, the details of the village in the background, and all the intricate details on the flag, just wow!

We’ll leave you with a few words from J.T.

Once again, I’m honoured to have such a fantastic, beautiful, evocative cover. I was hoping for a design that built on the cover of THE HAND OF THE SUN KING, but with more martial or militant imagery to match the tone and subject matter of this book, and Patrick Knowles delivered in spades. As with the previous cover, many of the little details reference events and plot-lines in Alder’s story (pardon me, Foolish Cur’s story) and I’m curious to hear my readers’ theories about what might happen in this book now that the cover has been revealed!

The Garden of Empire is expected for release on 4th August 2022 from Orion Publishing

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