A Harvest of Ash and Blood

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From New York Times bestselling author D.J. Molles comes an action-packed fantasy adventure that explores the true cost of magic—powerful enough to heat cities, fuel armies, and shape empires. The Brannic Empire thrives on this magic, with no sacrifice too great, even the lives of its own children, as the Church of Alchemy harvests their ashes to sustain its power. This relentless pursuit of progress drives the empire forward, but at what cost? Veteran soldier Lochled Thatcher seeks to escape his past by joining the Fourth Crusade to Leftland, a land abundant in magic. Rony, desperate to save her brothers, joins Lochled's squad, only to realize that war is far removed from the glorified tales she has heard. As the clash of politics and power unfolds, Kayna, a Seeker, and Ord, a priest of the Church of Alchemy, find their loyalties and beliefs challenged. In this chaotic landscape of magic and betrayal, both soldier and priest face threats to their humanity as well as their lives. Will they succumb to cruelty and deception, or can a single act of goodness alter the trajectory of generations of evil? A bold and brutal examination of war and belief, this sweeping epic fantasy is a must-read for fans of The Witcher and Joe Abercrombie.