Tower Lord

About “Tower Lord”

In Blood Song, Anthony Ryan introduced readers to a world of conflicting religions and wars fought in their name. The novel continues with Vaelin Al Sorna, a warrior of the Sixth Order known as Darkblade and Hope Killer. He is the greatest warrior of his time and witnessed the greatest defeat of his nation, when King Janus's vision of a Greater Unified Realm ended in blood. Sickened by the truth that the cause was a lie, Vaelin returns home determined to stop fighting. He is named Tower Lord of the Northern Reaches by King Janus's heir, hoping for peace in a remote land. However, those with the blood-song cannot live quietly. Many survived the wars, and Vaelin becomes a target for revenge and those who recognize his power. The Faith is divided, and the new king is weak, but his sister is strong. The blood-song offers guidance, but others understand more of its power. A force moves against the Realm, and Vaelin must eventually draw his sword when faced with annihilation.