Engines of War by R.S. Ford is a fast-paced and gritty fantasy novel that delivers high-octane action with a steampunk edge. Set in a world of clashing empires and war machines, the novel follows a band of misfit soldiers and inventors thrown into the heart of a deadly conflict. Ford weaves together intense battle scenes, dark humor, and compelling character arcs, particularly highlighting the toll of war on both the land and the people.

The book stands out for its vivid world-building and inventive technology, blending magic and machinery in unique ways. While it leans heavily on action, there’s enough political intrigue and character development to keep things grounded. A solid read for fans of grimdark or military fantasy with a mechanical twist.

A dramatic and satisfying conclusion to a series filled with magic and industrialization. Now that the series has finished, I hope to see more readers pick it up. I look forward to what Ford writes next; maybe some prequel novellas or short stories?

From an unmissable voice in epic fantasy comes the final novel in a trilogy where guilds clash, magic fuels machines, and an all-out war has consumed an empire.This is a great finale to a very underrated fantasy series. Final Fantasy mixed with Game of Thrones. Very fast pacecd with tons of action, I absolutely flew through this series. More people need to check out this series!