by A. D. Miller
First published 2009
Prince Eilrach of Pelinor faces execution for a crime he never committed. As he escapes his hunters, he uncovers a greater threat. His brother Kerinor moves to claim the Diamond of Jazel, the most devastating weapon their world has ever known. Eilrach must locate six ancient gemstones that once empowered the legendary Riders of Light, Shadow, Flame, Water, Lightning, and Earth. These artifacts represent his only hope of stopping Kerinor's ambitions. Eilrach travels across Destir with his black dragon Shadowstorm, gathering allies among other Riders who join his desperate mission. Their journey brings moments of joy and companionship alongside constant danger and treachery. Time runs short as Kerinor closes in on his prize, threatening to plunge their entire realm into destruction.
Genres: adventure, fantasy, epic-fantasy, high-fantasy
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: chosen-one, enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Destir, Pelinor
226 pages · Paperback · Publishamerica Inc