First published 2010
The second volume of the DemonWar Saga brings readers back to the troubled realm of Midkemia, where the capital city of Krondor faces mounting threats. War looms as demonic forces gather strength, testing the resolve of those who defend the kingdom. Magic crackles through battles that will determine the fate of nations. Heroes must confront enemies both supernatural and mortal as darkness presses against the gates of civilization. The stakes climb higher as characters navigate political intrigue and supernatural dangers that threaten everything they hold dear. Feist weaves together elements of warfare, sorcery, and adventure in this continuation of his fantasy saga, delivering the kind of page-turning storytelling that has made him a fixture among epic fantasy authors.
Genres: military-fiction, adventure, fantasy, epic-fantasy
Vibes: dark, emotional, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Krondor, Midkemia
302 pages · Hardcover · Harper Voyager
Content warnings: violence