'The exciting beginning of a promising new epic fantasy series. Prepare for ancient mysteries
innovative magic and heart-pounding heists' Brandon Sanderson New York Times bestselling
author of Oathbringer She thought it was just another job. But her discovery could bring the
city to its knees . . . In the city of Tevanne you either have everything or nothing. For
escaped slave Sancia Grado eking out a precarious living in the hellhole known as the Commons
nothing is just one misstep away. So when she is offered a lucrative job to steal an ancient
artefact from a heavily guarded warehouse she leaps at the chance. But instead of a way out
of Tevanne she finds herself the target of a murderous conspiracy. Someone powerful wants the
artefact and Sancia dead. To survive Sancia will need every ally and every ounce of wits at
her disposal - because if her unknown enemy unlocks the artefact's secrets the world - and
reality - will never be the same. ' Robert Jackson Bennett deserves a huge audience' Brent
Weeks 'An altogether terrific read' Sebastien de Castell ' Intricate worldbuilding
fascinating magic and engaging characters. More please!' Felicia Day ' Inventive immersive
and thrilling . . . Do yourself a favor and pick this up!' Kevin Hearne
