The Nameless One, a fire-breathing wyrm of immense power, threatens to wake from an ancient slumber and consume the world in ash. The kingdom of Inys depends on the survival of Queen Sabran IX, whose bloodline supposedly keeps the monster at bay. To protect her, Ead Duryan uses forbidden magic while hiding her true identity as a mage from the secret Priory of the Orange Tree. Simultaneously, across the ocean in Seiiki, Tané trains as a dragon rider, serving celestial water dragons that the West views as demons. These characters must reconcile their conflicting mythologies and regional prejudices to form a unified front against the rising draconic threat.
High fantasy readers who enjoy large-scale political intrigue and expansive world-building will find this standalone epic useful for its detailed deconstruction of Eastern and Western folklore. The book appeals to those interested in how religious dogma shapes international relations and historical memory. Readers finish the story with a clear understanding of how diverse cultures can interpret the same biological threats through different theological lenses. It provides a complete narrative arc covering military strategy, naval combat, and the mechanics of elemental magic.
- Published
- 2019
- Language
- EN
