by Jim Butcher
First published 2008
Tavi of Calderon has become Princeps Gaius Octavian, heir to Alera's throne. He forges an uneasy alliance with the Canim, Alera's ancient enemies, and leads his legions to escort them home. The journey reveals a nightmare. The Vord have ravaged Canim territory for three years, leaving devastation in their wake. These creatures threaten both Aleran and Canim survival. When the Vord cut off the Aleran fleet, Tavi's forces become stranded. Former enemies must unite or perish together. The young Princeps faces an impossible choice between his people's safety and honoring the fragile peace he has built. For a millennium, Alera has survived every threat through the power of its furies. Now that thousand-year reign faces its ultimate test against an enemy that devours worlds.
Genres: science-fiction, adventure, fantasy, action
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Alera
Period: Millennium
386 pages · Hardcover · Ace