by Anthony Ryan
First published 2016
Queen Lyrna has survived near death and now faces the Volarian army occupying her kingdom. She must reclaim the Unified Realm's independence, but victory requires more than rallying her remaining supporters. Lyrna needs allies who wield the Dark's supernatural abilities, and she plans to carry the fight into enemy territory. Vaelin Al Sorna, the Realm's Battle Lord, holds the key to success. The Volarians have deployed a new threat: a mysterious Ally who grants his followers extended lifespans. Vaelin must eliminate this immortal enemy, but he faces his greatest challenge yet. His blood-song, the mystical force that made him a legendary warrior, has fallen silent. Without his supernatural edge, Vaelin must find another way to defeat an opponent who cannot die. The fate of the Unified Realm hangs on this impossible mission. Queen Lyrna's determination and Vaelin's courage will be tested as they confront forces that threaten everything they've fought to protect.
Genres: adventure, fantasy, action, epic-fantasy
Vibes: dark, emotional, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Unified Realm, Volaria
Period: Unspecified
637 pages · Paperback · Ace
Content warnings: violence