The Ducal Heir
Amidst the looming shadows of civil war, Louis confronts the encroaching darkness of Lumeaux. In the distant red dunes of Kisangi, prophecy beckons to Naira, Balancer of the Order of the Threesome. As ancient secrets threaten to unravel the heart of the Lumiaron Empire, destiny and treachery intertwine. Will they survive the sinister conspiracies and the power of Sang Sorcellerie? Return to the world of Sangwheel Chronicles to find out!
Some truths should remain buried, but the oldest secrets bleed to be heard.
In the far reaches of the Empire of Lumiaron, destiny weaves a deadly web. As Louis and Roul master forbidden arts in the bitter north, Brice Rennaurd, the Emperor’s Shadow Master, carves a path of blood toward absolute power.
With the drums of war echoing across the realm, fractures spread, and rebellion simmers just beneath the surface.
Guided by visions and the mysterious dreams of her left-hand husband, Naira ventures deep into the crimson dunes of the Cidan Mashada. But the Gods’ will is written in blood, and their chosen must pay the price of divine purpose.
In the wake of rising rebellion, something long buried stirs. A secret so perilous that its guardians would sacrifice anything, even embrace forbidden Sang Sorcellerie, to keep it hidden.
With Louis preparing to face his greatest enemy and Naira wrestling with her prophesied role, the fate of Lumiaron hangs by a thread. In a world where loyalty cuts as deep as betrayal, and prophecy makes pawns of mortals, some truths are better left in darkness.
Ducal Heir continues the sweeping epic of Sangwheel Chronicles, where magic, sacrifice, and destiny converge beneath the weight of a crumbling empire.
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What Others are saying:
This is the sequel to The Hidden Blade and definitely ups the stakes significantly. Instead of only following the POV of Louis, the main protagonist, this book now follows multiple POVs as they weave their own stories that slowly draw together for the climax of the book. The storytelling feels richer and more complex, and each of the character perspectives has a unique voice and flavour. The worldbuilding is expansive and full of flavour. The story is very compelling and I was sad to reach the end and realise that book 3 of the series isn't out yet. I can't wait! - Goodreads Review