The Strength of the Few

by James Islington · 2025

The Strength of the Few, the second book in James Islington’s Hierarchy series, follows Vis Telimus as he confronts a dangerous secret that threatens history across alternate dimensions. After winning the Iudicium and losing everything, Vis discovers an ancient device has replicated him in three worlds—Obiteum, Luceum, and Res—forcing him to navigate politics, battle enemies, and grapple with his fractured identity. Epic world‑building, dark secrets, and high‑stakes scheming drive this continuation of the bestselling fantasy saga.