The gripping conclusion to the action-packed, gritty and romantic fantasy duology that began with Heir, by the number one Sunday Times bestselling author and National Book Award winner Sabaa Tahir. A collapsing empire. An ancient evil. A lost homeland. A lie that could destroy the world.
In the crumbling Martial Empire, Prince Quil Aquilla and his aunt Helene lose a battle against the brutal Kegari horde. Quil’s armies are dwindling, his faith is shaken, and the woman he loves vanished months ago, leaving him heartbroken. Torn between his duty to his people and his desire to discover Sirsha’s fate, Quil sets out on a dangerous journey for help—from the most dangerous of allies.
Sirsha Westering finds herself bound to Div, an ancient evil unleashed by a terrible tragedy. Div delights in tormenting Sirsha, thirsting for her magical heart. Even as Sirsha fights to control her own destiny, she is desperate to protect Quil from Div’s destructive power. But Div will not release Sirsha without a fight. To win her freedom, Sirsha must uncover Div’s past—and confront the terrifying nightmares within herself.
Cero bet-Dafra, former right hand to Kegari leader Aiz, now finds himself standing against her. As Aiz descends into violence and illusions, Cero must discover whether his people have hope for the future or are doomed to an endless cycle of violence. His journey will force him to confront hidden truths, ancient secrets, and a lie that could destroy the world.
In Empire, number one New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author Sabaa Tahir returns to the expansive world of rage and revenge from Heir, weaving a tale of legacy and revolution, faith and freedom, and what it means to face the monsters lurking within us all.
