Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
560
Language
English
Published
May 13, 2025
Publisher
Tor Books
ISBN-10
125088005X
ISBN-13
9781250880055
Description
Brother Diaz finds himself drawn into a web of intrigue and deception in the Sacred City, where the line between the sacred and the profane blurs with each passing day. Tasked with a holy mission, he soon discovers that fulfilling his duties may demand more than piety; it may require unthinkable actions that challenge the very core of his beliefs. As he grapples with moral dilemmas, Diaz encounters a diverse cast of characters, each with their own agendas and secrets.
The city's vibrant streets brim with life, a captivating yet dangerous backdrop for Diaz's journey. Fiery debates within the ruling class and the shadowy figures lurking in the alleys lead him to question not just the righteousness of his mission, but also the nature of faith itself. Old alliances are tested, and friendships can quickly turn to betrayals in a world where survival often trumps virtue.
Amidst the chaos, Diaz discovers that even the most apparently pious can harbor darkness within. As he delves deeper, the stakes grow higher, and the consequences of his choices become ever more dire. The more he uncovers, the more he realizes that the path to salvation can sometimes lead through the gates of hell.
In a tale rich with moral complexity and vivid characterization, Diaz's odyssey is a powerful exploration of faith, power, and the struggle for redemption in a world where the sacred often dances perilously close to the unholy.
The city's vibrant streets brim with life, a captivating yet dangerous backdrop for Diaz's journey. Fiery debates within the ruling class and the shadowy figures lurking in the alleys lead him to question not just the righteousness of his mission, but also the nature of faith itself. Old alliances are tested, and friendships can quickly turn to betrayals in a world where survival often trumps virtue.
Amidst the chaos, Diaz discovers that even the most apparently pious can harbor darkness within. As he delves deeper, the stakes grow higher, and the consequences of his choices become ever more dire. The more he uncovers, the more he realizes that the path to salvation can sometimes lead through the gates of hell.
In a tale rich with moral complexity and vivid characterization, Diaz's odyssey is a powerful exploration of faith, power, and the struggle for redemption in a world where the sacred often dances perilously close to the unholy.
Genres
Science Fiction
Fantasy