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Synopsis
Perfect for fans of Raybearer and Fourth Wing, this astonishing sequel to the bestselling novel So Let Them Burn, follows sisters Faron and Elara as they fight on opposite sides of a war that could redefine their world. Faron Vincent was once the saint of San Irie. Now, she’s done the unthinkable: betrayed her country. Alone, disgraced, and kidnapped, Faron is forced to help Iya grow his bloody empire. With her soul bonded to a ruthless killer, Faron has become an enemy to her people… and she fears they might be right. Elara Vincent—the new Empyrean—must undo the damage her sister has caused. San Irie has been brought back to the brink of war as Iya proclaims that no nation will be safe from his brutal invasion. But how can Elara save her sister, her best friend, her country, and her world when she’s already cracking under the pressure? This heart-pounding conclusion to the Divine Traitors duology pushes these unforgettable heroines to their breaking point and beyond. Because when the lines between hero and villain are blurred, deadly sacrifices must be made. "Both a brilliant sequel and an epic finale, This Ends in Embers is a gut punch of a novel that will stay with you long after its ending. Cole balances breathtakingly high stakes with poignant character moments to craft a narrative so passionate it will burn a path straight to your heart." —Chelsea Abdullah, award-winning author of The Stardust Thief
Is This Ends in Embers (The Divine Traitors, 2) appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 14 and up.
This YA fantasy sequel features intense war violence, emotional manipulation, and a protagonist forced to aid a brutal empire against her will. Themes of betrayal, moral complexity, and the psychological toll of conflict are central.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include emotional abuse, captivity, and death (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will be gripped by the high-stakes war between two powerful sisters fighting on opposite sides, with complex moral dilemmas and intense emotional drama.