NOTE TO READERS: This is a breathtaking tale of loyalty, sacrifice, and power. Join Uzoma and Ru as they face evil and master their abilities.
The year's biggest book sensation returns with a world of ancient powers, deadly secrets, and jaw-dropping action.
In a world of ancient powers and deadly secrets, the Askari's destiny unfolds.
As darkness looms, Uzoma and Ru's brotherhood will be tested.
Akachi unleashes chaos, setting in motion cataclysmic battles.
In the heart of adversity, Uzoma makes a fateful choice to save all.
BLACKGUARD: WAY OF THE ASKARI
In the vast nation of Sol Galnese, where legends are forged through fire and steel, two lives on a collision course with destiny intertwine. Uzoma and Ru, brothers bound by fate and ambition, find themselves at the gates of Shujaa Pit, the famed training grounds of the Askari-the order of warriors tasked with protecting the kingdoms and their populations.
Uzoma's heart seethes vengeance, fueled by memories that haunt his every step. Across from him stands Ru, a tempest of determination, driven to prove his worth to their adoptive father, Baaku.
Amidst the clashes of boko, clangs of swords, and the roar of battles, an outcast's power grows darker with each life he extinguishes. Bonds will be strained, and allegiances will be tested as the Askari's path to glory is shrouded in peril. The legacy of the Askari hangs in the balance, and the shadows of failure threaten to eclipse everything they cherish.
In a tale where bravery meets darkness, only one question matters-will they prevail, or will all be lost?
"The author deftly spins a gripping yarn of vengeance, ambition, and the intricate web of familial bonds. The narrative unfolds with exhilarating clashes, swordfights, and epic battles, each painted with meticulous detail. What truly sets this novel apart is its fearless exploration of moral ambiguity." -Melina Lobo, @melisbookreviews
Chloe wants to show the kingdom of Sarias, where music is everything, that song should be filled with emotion and passion. But living in the shadow of her popstar step-sister, she has no choice but to hide who she is, even when her voice captures Prince Ethan Alexander's heart...
*****
In the kingdom of Sarias, popularity and worth are defined by a ranking on Musetunes. Music is how every Ace in the land discovers their mate. Only when two Aces sing to each other can they find their true love. Chloe Leighton has decided to give singing a try - as long as no one finds out who she is. There is no profile picture. No age. No name. Just Anonymous. That's how she must stay. But can she hide her identity when she gets to the top of the charts?
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Cover designed by April Alforque