Blood Over Bright Haven: A Novel

In this standalone dark fantasy by the author of The Sword of Kaigen, a groundbreaking tale unfolds as the first woman ever to join a prestigious order of mages uncovers a secret that could alter the future of magic. The breathtaking first edition hardcover will include special features like red stained edges, gold and red foil on the cover, a full-color map on the endpapers, and an interior depiction of a magical artifact from the story. For two decades, Sciona has immersed herself in her magical studies, driven by the audacious goal of becoming the first woman accepted into the High Magistry at the University of Magics and Industry. Upon passing the grueling qualifying exam and earning her title as a highmage, she discovers that her trials are far from over. Her peers are intent on making her feel like an unwelcome outsider, and instead of a capable lab assistant, she's saddled with a janitor. Unknown to Sciona and her colleagues, this seemingly unassuming assistant was once a nomadic hunter who, a decade ago, endured the tragedy of losing his family while migrating from wild plains to the city. Now, he seeks to comprehend the forces that devastated his tribe, drove him from his homeland, and maintain the privileged elite. Initially, the dynamic between the mage and her outsider assistant is volatile, but their collaboration leads them to an ancient revelation with the potential to redefine magic's future—provided they manage to stay alive.