First published 2019
Beltur and his fellow mages flee Axalt once more, driven out by the familiar hatred directed at chaos magic users. The rulers of Montgren present them with an unexpected proposition: take control of Haven, a deteriorating town that desperately needs leadership. With no mages of their own, white or black, Montgren offers the refugees both sanctuary and authority as Haven's new Councilors. Beltur sees a chance to build something lasting. But Haven proves more challenging than anticipated. The town crumbles around them, lawlessness runs rampant, and brigands terrorize the surrounding area. Before Beltur can establish proper order or complete necessary repairs, an enemy army marches toward Haven's borders. He must transform a broken community into something worth defending while preparing for a war that could destroy everything they hope to create.
Genres: fiction, science-fiction, adventure, fantasy
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Axalt, Haven, Montgren
544 pages · Kindle Edition · Tor Books