First published 2014
Prince Magnus witnesses unspeakable horrors as his father, the brutal King Gaius, decimates the rebel forces. Now Magnus must choose between family loyalty and justice as Gaius seeks the Kindred—four ancient crystals that grant godlike powers. But the King of Blood isn't the only one hunting these legendary relics. In a world on the edge of chaos, Magnus faces an impossible decision that will shape the fate of an entire kingdom.
Genres: adventure, action, dark-fantasy, epic-fantasy
Vibes: dark, emotional, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: chosen-one, enemies-to-lovers, family-drama
Setting: Kingdom
Period: Ancient
407 pages · Hardcover · Razorbill
Content warnings: violence