by Freya Marske
First published 2024
Twins Eira and Alys Blackwood are sworn to protect their clan's ancient sword. But when their father is murdered, the sisters find themselves at the center of a deadly power struggle. Forced to flee their home, they must navigate a treacherous world of shifting alliances and uncover the truth behind their family's dark secrets. With the fate of their clan hanging in the balance, Eira and Alys must decide whether to embrace their legacy or forge their own destiny, even if it means drawing blood.
Genres: historical-fiction, adventure, mystery, fantasy
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Blackwood Clan
Period: 19th-century
384 pages · Hardcover · Tor UK
Content warnings: violence