Children of Fallen Gods

What is the War of Lost Hearts trilogy reading order and do I need to read the first book before this one?

Children of Fallen Gods is the second book in the War of Lost Hearts trilogy, following Daughter of No Worlds and preceding Mother of Death and Dawn. This is a direct continuation of the story rather than a standalone novel, so reading Daughter of No Worlds first is essential to understand the characters' relationships, the blood pact binding Tisaanah, and the political landscape of Ara that shapes the conflict in this instalment.

How does the War of Lost Hearts trilogy differ from Carissa Broadbent's Crowns of Nyaxia series?

Whilst both series feature Broadbent's signature blend of dark fantasy and romance, the War of Lost Hearts trilogy predates her New York Times bestselling Crowns of Nyaxia books and showcases her earlier work. The War of Lost Hearts focuses on themes of slavery, freedom, and the moral complexities of war, with a magic system centred on blood pacts and mysterious ancient powers. Readers who discovered Broadbent through The Serpent and the Wings of Night will find similar intensity and romantic elements, though the War of Lost Hearts offers a different world and magical framework to explore.

What role does Reshaye's power play in the story and why is it significant?

Reshaye's power represents a dangerous magical force that Tisaanah must gamble with to achieve victory in an increasingly brutal conflict. The fact that she must rely on this power for an 'impossible victory' suggests it comes with significant risks or costs, fitting the book's central theme of examining what characters are willing to sacrifice. This element ties into the broader exploration of dark magic and the moral compromises required in warfare, particularly for someone who has already sacrificed her own freedom.

What is Max's mysterious magic and why has he been avoiding it?

Max possesses an unexplored magical ability connected to his past, something he has deliberately tried to forget or suppress until circumstances force him into a leadership role. Being compelled to confront both his past and this magic simultaneously suggests the two are intertwined, and that his avoidance stems from traumatic experiences or dangerous implications of his powers. This personal journey runs parallel to the external conflict, adding a layer of internal struggle as he navigates his responsibilities to protect Tisaanah whilst grappling with his own identity.

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