A Dueler's Fate

<p>This character-driven story of legacy betrayal and romance is set in a medieval-</p><p>inspired world where political decisions are settled by blade. It will appeal to fans</p><p>of Andrea Stewart's The Bone Shard Daughter and Scott Lynch's The Lies of Locke</p><p>Lamora.</p><p>Amis Hastings was born into a revered dueling family where honor is earned with steel.</p><p>But when his older brother is wrongfully executed and branded a murderer Amis must</p><p>choose between loyalty to his family and his pursuit of the truth. His only clue was an</p><p>ancient book his brother left behind filled with cryptic passages forgotten history and</p><p>veiled warnings.</p><p>As he searches for answers Amis is drawn into the ranks of a powerful dueling guild</p><p>with its political ambitions. Torn between duty love and blood Amis uncovers a chilling</p><p>reality. A cunning manipulator has been orchestrating events from the shadows and his</p><p>family's downfall may only be the beginning.</p><p>A Dueler's Fate stands alone but has strong series potential. It explores themes of</p><p>loyalty political corruption and the personal cost of vengeance in a world where justice</p><p>is determined by who survives the duel. The underlying theme throughout the book is</p><p>young hopeless romantics who will do anything for their love.</p>