by Glen Cook
First published 1519
In the aftermath of a brutal war, a silver spike is discovered that holds terrifying powers. As the shattered empire struggles to rebuild, dark forces seek to harness the spike's might for their own nefarious ends. A band of unlikely heroes must race against time to uncover the spike's secrets and prevent a cataclysmic disaster from engulfing the land.
Genres: adventure, fantasy, action, dark-fantasy
Vibes: dark, emotional, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: found-family, race-against-time
313 pages · Mass Market Paperback · Tor Fantasy