Quality Information
- Paper Quality: 70 gsm off-white (Excellent)
- Cover Quality: 260 gsm card
- Printing: Digitally printed with a high-quality finish
About This Book
The Will of the Many is the first book in a gripping new fantasy series by James Islington, the internationally bestselling author of The Licanius Trilogy. Set in a vast empire called the Catenan Republic — known as the Hierarchy — this novel follows a young man living under a false name, hiding a dangerous past, and surviving inside the most powerful institution in the world.
The Hierarchy rules through a system called Will — the life force, drive, and focus of every person — which citizens are expected to surrender upward to those in power. Most people comply. Our protagonist does not. Sent to the prestigious Catenan Academy as a spy, he carries three missions: solve a murder, find an ancient weapon, and uncover secrets that could shake the Republic to its core. All while pretending to belong among the very people he despises.
James Islington brings the same layered world-building, slow-burn mystery, and carefully crafted plot twists that made The Licanius Trilogy a global favourite. This is a story of identity, survival, and resistance — told with intelligence and depth.
Why You'll Love This Book
- A Gripping Academy Setting: The Catenan Academy feels alive — competitive, dangerous, and full of secrets that unravel gradually across the story.
- A Hero Worth Following: The protagonist is sharp, morally conflicted, and deeply human. You will root for him on every page.
- Intricate World-Building: The concept of Will — a transferable life force that powers an empire — is one of the most original magic systems in recent fantasy fiction.
- Layered Mystery: This is not just a fantasy novel. It is also a mystery, a political thriller, and a coming-of-age story woven into one.
- Perfect for Fans of: The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss, The Shadow of the Gods by John Gwynne, and Red Rising by Pierce Brown.
- James Islington at His Best: Readers who loved The Licanius Trilogy will find everything they admired — and more — in this new series.
- Easy to Order in Pakistan: Available now on Bookshelf.pk with cash on delivery and fast delivery across all major cities.
Full Description
In a world controlled by the Catenan Republic — an empire that rules by draining the Will of its citizens — one young man lives under a stolen name. He calls himself Vis Telimus. He tells everyone he is an orphan, accepted into the Catenan Academy through luck. He smiles, makes friends, and plays the part of a loyal student. They believe him.
But Vis is not who he claims to be. He was sent to the Academy on a mission — to investigate a murder, search for a weapon lost to history, and find truths powerful enough to bring down the Republic. Behind his carefully built cover is a person with a real name, a real past, and a very real reason to hate everything the Hierarchy stands for: they executed his family.
To survive and complete his mission, he must climb the Academy's ranks, earn trust he does not feel, and outthink enemies who are always watching. One wrong move means exposure — and exposure means death.
The Will of the Many is a masterfully constructed fantasy that blends political intrigue, deep mystery, and powerful character work into an unforgettable read. Order your copy today on Bookshelf.pk — with cash on delivery available across Pakistan.
