Discover the Fall of a Warmaster
Having recovered from his grievous injuries, Warmaster Horus leads the triumphant Imperial forces against the rebellious world of Isstvan III—only for his hidden treachery to be laid bare in the most dramatic fashion.
Why You Should Read It
Ben Counter delivers an electrifying third installment in the opening trilogy of the Horus Heresy saga. Witness the moment when victory turns to betrayal, as virus bombs devastate a once-proud planet and Space Marines are forced to confront the bitter truth about their leader. This is the turning point that sets the stage for the epic, galaxy-spanning conflict that follows.
The Journey Unfolds
In a brutal campaign against the rebel forces on Isstvan III, Warmaster Horus appears to have restored his strength and resolve. Yet, as his Imperial forces crush the uprising, the true extent of his betrayal comes to light. The planet is razed by virus bombs, and in a heart-wrenching twist, battle-brothers turn on one another in a struggle that echoes through the annals of history. This novel captures the shock, tragedy, and irreversible consequences of Horus’s fall from grace.
Authored by Ben Counter, this novel is a must-read chapter in the Horus Heresy, marking the point of no return for one of the Warhammer 40,000 universe's most pivotal figures.
