Read Series: Exordium
by Author Sherwood Smith
Ruler of Naught (1993)
In the sequel to The Phoenix in Flight, Brandon vlith-Arkad, the rightful heir to the Emerald Throne of the Thousand Suns, is the only hope for the restoration of the Phoenix empire. Original.
The Phoenix in Flight (1993)
The first in a SF/adventure series that glitters with intrigue. As a 20-year-long plot for revenge comes to fruition, the sons of the ruler of the Thousand Suns are murdered, and he is taken prisoner. But the usurper's vengeance is incomplete. For one son was missing at the ceremony where the fat...
A Prison Unsought (1994)
Brandon vlith-Arkad, heir to the Phoenix Throne, along with the Rifter pirate crew of the Telvarna, seeks a means of rescuing Brandon's father, Gelasaar, who is fighting his own battle with his former fosterling, Anaris.
The Rifter's Covenant: (1995)
Brandon Arkad, now undisputed but uncrowned Emperor of the Thousand Suns, must reclaim his stolen throne from the usurper. But he must fight more than the enemy. Within his own court and military are those who doubt the legitimacy of his rule. And even closer to him may be a traitor who will brea...
The Thrones of Kronos (1996)
The final battle for the Thousand Suns is at hand. Brandon hai-Arkad has been crowned Emperor, but his throne remains in the hands of his enemy, Jerrod Eusabian of Dol'jhar. The fleet has been gathered, the order of battle drawn. Brandon will reclaim his father's empire, or die!