The Heart of Iuchiban
A Legend of the Five Rings Novel
by Evan Dicken
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Pub Date Nov 22 2022 | Archive Date Oct 31 2022
Aconyte Books | Aconyte
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Description
Something is wrong in the Emerald Empire. The emperor is ailing, the court is weak and the Great Clans threaten to escalate their petty squabbling into all-out war. But in the shadows, another threat lurks – sinister Bloodspeaker cults attempt to resurrect the forgotten sorcerer Iuchiban, who possess a power so great it could destroy all of Rokugan. Now seven samurai, one from each of the Great Clans, must put aside their pride, fear, and rivalry to unite and prevent the Bloodspeakers from finding the legendary tomb of Iuchiban, and the hideous treasure locked inside. All that stands in the samurai’s way is their hatred of each other. The road will be long and bloody, but glory waits for them at journey’s end. As does death…
A Note From the Publisher
Will tie-in to EDGE Studio’s next campaign for their Adventures in Rokugan RPG
Not a novelization of the game but will allow the readers to get a feel for the history of the Tomb of Iuchiban prior to the start of the adventure. It will enhance the gameplay for gamers who read the book first with easter eggs and hints and tips of traps in rooms
Advance Praise
PRAISE FOR EVAN DICKEN
“Imaginative, deftly written and action-packed.”
Sci-Fi and Fantasy Reviewer, on The Red Hours
“Dicken’s writing is clear and imaginative, and there’s lots to enjoy with interesting characters, a vivid setting and an entertaining plot.”
Track of Words, on The Path to Glory
Marketing Plan
Season announcement via Aconyte and EDGE Studios Feb 2022
eARCs w/ NetGalley 3 months prior to publication
Co-op with Ingram and Baker & Taylor
Cross-promotion w/ EDGE Studios for fans
Facebook Live interview w/ author on publication
Keyword Amazon Ads
Aconyte Extra with free chapter samplers, high-res covers etc. to support reviewers
Print and digital media support and ad campaigns planned
Social media promo & giveaways w/ influencers
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781839081842 |
| PRICE | CA$22.95 (CAD) |
| PAGES | 352 |
Available on NetGalley
Featured Reviews
Kathryn M, Reviewer
I'm so happy to get back to the Legend of the Five Rings series, it was one of my favorites in the series. I enjoyed that this book had all the seven clans and I think it worked so well and blended perfectly. The plot was what I was hoping for and enjoyed the way Evan Dicken's wrote the story. The characters were fantastic and I was glad to get to know them. It had the charm of previous books in the series and was glad to read this.
“He must not wish anyone to learn these secrets.” Naoki paced the burial chamber, occasionally pausing to pick a bit of stone from the carpet of rubble. Like the other tombs in Qadan’s notes, this one was relatively unassuming. In the style of the pre-exodus Unicorn, it was bored directly into the mountainside, little more than a long downward stair connecting one or more burial chambers. “He is jealous of his secrets,” Qadan said.
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