The constable's jaw dropped. "You're admitting murder?"
"Of Wisps. I figured it was more of a civil service."
The anticipated sequel to WAYPOINT begins here!
The boy Salem has managed to escape captivity by way of a burning tower and has carried out his revenge against the predators responsible by utilizing predators of his own. Now, in taking his life back, he can finally explore what it means to forge a destiny. Along the way, he finds new friendships, the mystery of love and the tragic realization that the world is much bigger, more complicated and far deadlier than he could ever be prepared for.
In Sandaria, Donovan Swan has managed to take full control of the city, but not everyone is happy about it. The new Council is dissatisfied with his allocation of resources, outlaw constable Nicolas Rubel plots his revenge and Swan's own companion - the monk Cale Farari - is growing increasingly discontent with his friend's tactics and attitude.
North, in the city of Arcis, Jacopo Halfast has blackmailed his way into power and uses his allies from the Cold Country to search for weaknesses in Swan's hierarchy. The United Coast Organization is his by right, and he plans on leaving however long a trail of bodies it takes to win it back.
But he isn't the only one with revenge on his mind. Retired soldier Basker finally knows the name of the man who murdered his sister and he's headed to Arcis as well with retribution planned. Unused to allies, he finds himself needing to call on others to assist him. The blood will flow, free and steady.
In pages packed with twists, turns and violent ends, smugglers, assassins gangsters and the righteous men who stand between them all vie desperately for their perceptions of justice. They will find what deaths are worth living for.
This is a full size novel at 77,000+ words.
