The King's Bastard

Only seven minutes younger than Rolencias heir, Byren has never hungered for the throne. He laughs when a seer predicts that he will kill his twin. But the royal heir resents Byrens growing popularity. Across the land the untamed magic of the gods wells up out of the earths heart. It sends exotic creatures to stalk the wintry nights and it twists mens minds, granting them terrible visions. Those so touched are sent to the Abbey to control their gift, or die. At King Rolens court enemies plot to take his throne, even as secrets within his own household threaten to tear his family apart. Political intrigue and magic combine in this explosive first book in an exciting new fantasy trilogy.