The Hurog duology concludes with this fantastical adventure from #1
New York Times bestselling author Patricia Briggs.
Ward, ruler of Hurog, is striving to restore his lands and people to
prosperity, wanting nothing more than a quiet life. But when an old
friend, escaping from High King Jakoven's torturers, seeks refuge in his
keep, Ward can no longer ignore the growing rebellion against the
tyrannical High King. He realizes that he cannot stand aside--he must
join with the rebels.
However, Jakoven has a secret weapon with which he intends to crush the
rebellion: Farsonsbane, a magical artifact that has destroyed entire
cities. But first, Jakoven needs blood to awaken it. Dragon's blood. The
very blood that courses through Ward's veins...