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Out on 20 May 2027

Nightmare of the Evenfall Forest

Synopsis

The conclusion to the lyrical and unique epic fantasy duology combining an innovative dream-magic system, intricate worldbuilding and political turmoil. Perfect for fans of Brandon Sanderson, Mark Lawrence and Adrian Tchaikovsky.

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In the twilight of a wounded world, three rising powers stand against an ancient terror stirring in the dark. Geil, reformer of Onyxia's brutal Academy, races against time and conspiracy to reshape the future before a Leviathan-Maker returns - and before a nightmare crafted to kill her strikes again.

Across the sea, Ash and Morvander chase forbidden knowledge, only to uncover the Dancing Death: a plague that turns villages into frenzied, dying revellers. Their hunt for a captive Remaker carries them into the dream-soaked court of the King of Thorns and, ultimately, the haunted depths of the Evenfall Forest, where the dead begin to march.

And far away on Solemn Isle, Daerna, hailed by some as blessed and hunted by others as heretic, unearths a revelation that could shatter faith itself.

As reality buckles and a forgotten goddess claws her way back into the world, their fates converge. To save their realms, they must unravel a nightmare older than history - and survive what emerges from the Charnel Mother's shadow.

Details

20 May 2027
480 pages
9781785124570
Imprint: Zaffre

Reviews

“An exceptionally detailed world ... Castro's prose is evocative”SFX Magazine on Dream of the Jet-Black City, SFX Magazine on Dream of the Jet-Black City
“A powerful debut ... This book is well worth your time”John Gwynne on Dream of the Jet-Black City, John Gwynne on Dream of the Jet-Black City
“This was absolute catnip for me! I cannot wait to see what magic Valcárcel spins next”Marie Brennan on Dream of the Jet-Black City, Marie Brennan on Dream of the Jet-Black City