The highly anticipated second—and final—book in the
immersive fantasy duology inspired by West African folklore that began with the
New York Times bestselling A Song of Wraiths and Ruin, from
author Roseanne A. Brown. Perfect for fans of Tomi Adeyemi, Renée Ahdieh, and
Sabaa Tahir.

Karina lost everything after a violent coup left her without
her kingdom or her throne. Now the most wanted person in Sonande, her only hope
of reclaiming what is rightfully hers lies in a divine power hidden in the
long-lost city of her ancestors.

Meanwhile, the resurrection of Karina’s sister has spiraled the world into
chaos, with disaster after disaster threatening the hard-won peace Malik has
found as Farid’s apprentice. When they discover that Karina herself is the key
to restoring balance, Malik must use his magic to lure her back to their side.
But how do you regain the trust of someone you once tried to kill?


As the fabric holding Sonande together begins to tear, Malik and Karina once
again find themselves torn between their duties and their desires. And when the
fate of everything hangs on a single, horrifying choice, they each must decide
what they value most—a power that could transform the world, or a love that
could transform their lives.

"Set in a world of ancient magic, Brown spins a fantastical tale that is full of heart, adventure, and intrigue. Readers will delight in the lush details of a world and characters so vividly drawn that they leap off the page."