<b><i>New York Times </i>bestselling author Anthony Ryan returns to the "wonderful universe" (<i>Fantasy Book Critic</i>) of <i>Blood Song</i>, as Vaelin Al Sorna continues on his inevitable road to destiny ... </b><br><br>King Janus's vision of a Unified Realm has failed, drowned in the blood of brave men fighting for a cause that was forged from a lie. Sick at heart, Vaelin Al Sorna, warrior of the Sixth Order, returns home, determined to kill no more, seeking peace far from the intrigues of a troubled Realm.<br><br>But those gifted with the blood-song are not destined to live quiet lives. Vaelin finds himself a target, both for those seeking revenge and those who know about his gift. And as a great threat once again moves against the Realm, Vaelin realizes that when faced with annihilation, even the most reluctant hand must eventually draw a sword.
