War spreads like fire—and the Darkslayer’s allies are running out of time.
The underlings are on the move, their armies spilling across Bish like poison. As panic grips the cities, Detective Melegal finds himself leading when he least expects it—and the cost could be everything.
Kam, Erin, and Lefty are caged by a Royal tyrant. Trust is rare. Treachery is common. In the Nest, loyalty can get you killed.
As the City of Bone braces for siege, giants stir in the Under-Bish, and Fogle Boon, Mood, and Cass must face horrors not even mages can predict.
Perfect for fans of: gritty sword and sorcery, dark fantasy, and battle-tested antiheroes. Think Conan the Barbarian meets The Witcher with a D&D edge.