Malice

In Malice, the first book of John Gwynne's Faithful and Fallen series, a world on the brink of chaos faces the resurgence of ancient monsters and the looming threat of a catastrophic war. As young warrior Corban yearns to serve King Brenin, ambition drives Evnis toward a hunger for power at any cost. Skilled swordsman Veradis grapples with the legacy of his brother, while High Prince Nathair harbors plans that defy his father's authority. Set against a backdrop of betrayal and blind greed, the story unfolds in the violent and storied Banished Lands, where forgotten horrors awaken.