Charles is a natural leader with a mysterious past. A friend to the king, former assassin, and leader of the guild, he pulls people into his wake with every encounter. Leon is a naive young man setting out on his first adventure. His parents may have kept too many secrets from him as their pasts force him into trouble beyond his understanding. Hildebrand is almost a saint, she is that good and kind. Her devotion to nonviolence is at odds with everything around her. The guild will take Leon and Hildebrand in and give them a home, but what price will they pay for associating with assassins and thieves? This is a story of friendship and betrayal.
The battle between the gods is threatening the extermination of mankind. There is a rich backstory here that I hope the author will someday tell! At the center of the storm, Charles, Leon and Hildebrand struggle to find their way. But will their friendship hold true? It's worth the read to find out!
This is a Tolkien style high fantasy with several nods to my beloved Hobbit including a dragon town called Arendale on a lone mountain! If you are a Tolkien fan, then you will not be disappointed with this adventure.