Set in the lush and dangerous world of Jay Lake's Green, Our Lady of
the Islands is a vibrant, enchanting tale of political intrigue and
divine mystery. "Our Lady, heal us..." Sian Katte is a successful
middle-aged businesswoman in the tropical island nation of Alizar. Her
life seems comfortable and well-arranged...until a violent encounter one
evening leaves her with an unwanted magical power. Arian des Chances is
the wife of Alizar's ruler, with vast wealth and political influence.
Yet for all her resources, she can only watch helplessly as her son
draws nearer to death. When crisis thrusts these two women together,
they learn some surprising truths: about themselves, their loved ones,
and Alizar itself. Because beneath a seemingly calm facade, Alizar's
people--and a dead god--are stirring...