An uneasy truce exists between the thanes of the True Bloods.
Now, as another winter approaches, the armies of the Black Road march
south, from their exile beyond the Vale of Stones. For some, war will
bring a swift and violent death. Others will not hear the clash of
swords or see the corpses strewn over the fields. They instead will see
an opportunity to advance their own ambitions. But all, soon, will fall
under the shadow that is descending.
For, while the storm of battle rages, one man is following a path that
will awaken a terrible power in him -- and his legacy will be written in
blood.
A gripping story that builds to a grim climax. No one who enjoys heroic
fantasy should miss this. -- The Times (London)
An epic tale of revenge, betrayal and greed. . .an intriguing and
imaginative story. -- Dreamwatch