Book two: Arothena's one solution is to fight, but in a world of deals and democracy, that will soon become a problem. Eloise is gone, and the Man-Rellae War is officially beginning. Arothena is back in Cestrada, Ronan at her side as they negotiate armies and support for peace - but their fight is not going well. Sal...
She'd been running her entire life. Now, it might not be enough. Hounded day and night by unearthly men, Eloise has never stopped running. But now, running is not enough, and she needs protection. A twist of fate places her in the hands of the assassin Arothena, who offers her safety. It seems perfect - apart from on...