The Martyr - Anthony Ryan

nDeadly feuds and ancient secrets spell war in the second novel of The Covenant of Steel, a new epic series of action, intrigue, and magic from a master storyteller who has taken the fantasy world by storm. nTimes have changed for Alwyn Scribe. Once an outlaw, he's now a spymaster and sworn protector of Lady Evadine Courlain, whose visions of a demonic apocalypse have earned her the fanatical devotion of the faithful.

n nYet Evadine's growing fame has put her at odds with both Crown and Covenant. As trouble brews in the kingdom, both seek to exploit her position for their own ends. n nSent to the Duchy of Alundia to put down a rebellion, Alwyn must rely on old instincts to fight for his new cause.

Deadly feuds and ancient secrets are laid bare as war erupts, a war that will decide the fate of the Kingdom of Albermaine and, perhaps, prevent the coming of the prophesied Second Scourge. n nThis makes a rich treat for George R.R. Martin fans.

--Publishers Weekly (starred review) on The Pariah n nFor more from Anthony Ryan, check out: nThe Covenant of Steel nThe Pariah nThe Martyr n nRaven's Shadow Trilogy nBlood Song nTower Lord nQueen of Fire n nRaven's Blade Duology nThe Wolf's Call nThe Black Song n nThe Draconis Memoria Trilogy nThe Waking Fire nThe Legion of Flame nThe Empire of Ashesn