Vespertine

In this gripping international bestseller from the author of Sorcery of Thorns, Artemisia is a young girl aspiring to be a Gray Sister, tasked with preparing the deceased for their journey to the afterlife. When her convent falls under attack from possessed soldiers, she awakens an ancient spirit tied to a saint’s relic in a desperate bid to protect it. As she delves into a dark mystery involving saints, secrets, and magic, Artemisia must confront the lurking evil and navigate the treacherous balance of trust and betrayal.