The Way of Shadows

In Brent Weeks' gripping debut of the Night Angel series, readers are introduced to a world of magic, violence, and revenge, centered around the skilled assassin Durzo Blint and young apprentice Azoth, who adopts the name Kylar Stern. As Azoth navigates the perilous assassin's guild and the complex political and magical landscape, he is forced to leave behind his old life and embrace a new identity. This epic tale explores themes of survival, identity, and the pursuit of mastery amidst a dangerous and mystical world.