by Will Wight
Part of Cradle, book 4
First published 2017
Lindon finds himself trapped behind bars, his Blackflame powers deemed too volatile for freedom. The Skysworn have locked him away until his scheduled duel with Jai Long arrives. These protectors of the Empire cannot risk letting such dangerous abilities run loose. But while Lindon counts down the days to his fight, a greater threat moves toward the Empire's borders. The Skysworn stand as the only barrier between their people and complete destruction. When the moment comes, Lindon may discover that his imprisonment was merely preparation for a far more critical battle. His choice to join the Skysworn could determine whether the Empire survives or falls to the approaching menace.
Genres: science-fiction, adventure, fantasy, action
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: chosen-one, found-family
Setting: Empire
282 pages · Paperback · Hidden Gnome Publishing