First published 2005
Arutha's sons, Borric and Erland, are sent on a diplomatic mission to the vast Keshian Empire. But the young princes soon find themselves entangled in a web of dark magic and mortal peril. Thrust into a world of court politics and ancient sorcery, they must navigate treacherous alliances and uncover a sinister plot that threatens not just their lives, but the stability of two kingdoms.
Genres: historical-fiction, adventure, fantasy, political-thriller
Vibes: atmospheric, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family, political-machinations
480 pages · Paperback · Voyager