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Synopsis
When legendary killer Ciris Sarn ends a life in an empty city plaza with a single dagger thrust, little does he know that an insidious game has been triggered by the brutal slaying. Turning predator into prey, this part fantasy, part espionage novel races along as it follows the now hunted Sarn across the brilliant white sands and sparkling seas of Mir'aj, pursued by the widow of his latest victim who will stop at nothing for vengeance.
In the Shadow of Swords: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This dark fantasy opens with a brutal assassination and features a deadly cat-and-mouse pursuit between a professional killer and a vengeful widow. Expect violence consistent with the assassin protagonist and morally complex characters.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include murder, death, and grief (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers who enjoy dark, morally gray characters will be drawn into this tense chase across exotic desert landscapes.