James is the Shar’Adan. He just doesn’t know it yet. Will it be enough to save the Kingdom and those he loves?

Orphan, slave, survivor. James has no recollection of his family, friends, or loved ones. All he has known is a life of pain, heat, and endless struggle. Trained for the slave arena, he is destined for a short, brutal existence.

Navan, his trainer, guardian, and father in all but name, has seen his noble spirit. There is something about James that calls to him. His son is destined for more than death on the sands.

Ciara struggles with her purpose. Her life is not hers to live. She is raised to become a bargaining piece in the games of Kings. James will force Ciara to question her ideals, ethics, and destiny. Can a slave show her a new way to live, love, and rule?

The first book in an epic fantasy series takes the reader on a journey of adventure, survival, and magic. It is filled with intense action sequences and noble pursuits, with characters finding tragedy, happiness, and love in unexpected ways.