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Summary
Three years have passed since Alina and the Darkling conspired to overthrow the crown. Over the years support has remained mixed, made all the more complicated by Nikolai's escape and the revelation that he had been an unwilling puppet king. With wars on both sides of the border and threats from Lantsov loyalists an almost daily occurrence, Alina and the Darkling could almost be forgiven for overlooking the dangers presented by Ravka's various cults.
That is, until one particular cult decides it's had enough of seeing its Saint align herself with with someone like the Darkling. Refusing to accept the alliance, their only answer is to separate Alina from him and force her to see sense via any means possible.
Well-hidden, deranged, and more fanatical then either of them could expect, the cult has Alina at its mercy. Once more she finds herself playing the role of spy while trying to endure increasing dehumanisation and violence. Meanwhile, the Darkling will do everything within his power to ensure she returns to rule by his side -- and when dealing with such extensive power, it seems inevitable that both of them are led into a horrific situation beyond all comprehension.
Series
- Part 2 of Heretics & Saints