Raven's Shadow

Raven's Shadow by Anthony Ryan is a gritty epic fantasy series where warriors swear allegiance to their order, but the price of power is high. The story follows Vaelin Al Sorna, a warrior revered by his own people as Hope Killer, but known to his enemies as the Raven's Shadow. His life is marked by brutal training, wars, and intrigue, as well as secrets that reach far beyond the borders of empires.