Reaper Rising

Raised in the slums, away from the schemes of his cunning relatives, a prince grows up dreaming of revenge. But blood is power, and despite his strengths, Alistair is no Elemental. Or so he believes. When he re-encounters his darkly enthralling uncle, he finds himself facing new, enigmatic possibilities and slumbering powers. He soon realizes he doesn't want to kill his family.

He wants to beat them at their own game.