Heirs of the Blade

In "Heirs of the Blade," the seventh installment of the acclaimed fantasy series Shadows of the Apt by Adrian Tchaikovsky, protagonist Tynisa grapples with her haunting past while evading the ghosts that plague her. As she navigates the fractured landscape of the Dragonfly Commonweal, the Wasp Empire, led by the ambitious Empress Seda, threatens to seize the ancient city of Khanaphes. This gripping tale explores internal struggles and the pursuit of power, all set against a richly imagined backdrop. The series is narrated by Ben Allen, whose performances have garnered praise for bringing the characters and world to life.