The second book in the Nightfall Saga, the stunning new epic fantasy series set in the world of the Demon Cycle, from New York Times bestselling author Peter V. Brett.

Humanity thought the war with demonkind was over. Now, after less than a generation to rebuild, the demon corelings have returned with a vengeance. The Spear of Ala—the fortress that stands at the gates of the demon’s hive—is the last bastion against the horde, and reports say it may already have fallen.

Olive Paper is expected to take the vanguard in the fight. Only an heir of Kaji can wield the artifact that opens the gates of the Spear of Ala, and as Ahmann Jardir’s child, Olive seems destined for a role as leader and savior. But Olive does not wish to follow in her father’s footsteps any more than she did her mother’s.

Darin Bales was born with supernatural senses that he struggles to process, so much that even those who love him believe he can barely take care of himself. Yet to save his mother from the clutches of Alagai Ka, the demon king, Darin will brave anything to mount a rescue.

Darin and Olive each strive to walk their own path but find themselves inextricably tied to the legacies of their parents and to a fated confrontation with the demon king and his new hatchling queen. If they fail, humanity may not survive.

In this thrilling sequel by the Sunday Times bestselling author, Peter V. Brett, the adventure takes a dark turn as humanity's survival hangs in the balance. The action-packed story, a top pick among fiction thrillers, continues to captivate readers with its unique blend of suspense and intrigue.

For fans of Brent Weeks (The Blinding Knife), Brandon Sanderson (Wind and Truth), John Gwynne (The Shadow of the Gods), Anthony Ryan (A Tide of Black Steel), and Patrick Rothfuss (Unfettered).

HarperCollins 2024

The Hidden Queen (The Nightfall Saga, Book 2)

The Hidden Queen (The Nightfall Saga, Book 2)