A new god has risen. The immortal Zaifyr has arrived at the Floating Cities in chains, to await trial for murder. Despite this, he's preparing for war against a new child god - for she will do anything to destroy those who stand in her way. A city has fallen. Ayae must fight to protect the survivors, and finds herself ensnared in a web of political intrigue. She'll find politics can be as lethal as any sword, and hers is not the only life at stake. A warrior has arrived. Across the ocean, the exile Bueralan returns home. And he's bearing a dead man's soul around his neck. God-touched and grief-stricken, he treads a dangerous path. He'll confront a legendary fighter . . . and discover a secret that will change the world. PRAISE FOR THE GODLESS (BOOK 1) An enthralling story . . . thrills, blood, intrigue, excitement and an original world populated with compelling characters TheBookBag A fast-paced page turner set in an enthralling new world SpeculativeBookReview The first in a crackling, unputdownable new epic fantasy series, introducing a fascinating, original new world and an incredible heroine RisingShadow.net