Carte - Dragon Blood - Patricia Briggs

In this sequel to Dragon Bones, an old friend who has escaped from High King Jakoven's torturers seeks refuge from Ward, ruler of Hurog. Ward can no longer ignore the growing rebellion against the tyrant and joins the rebels. But Jakoven has a secret weapon: one that requires dragon's blood--the very blood coursing through Ward's veins. Original. \nThe Hurog duology concludes with this fantastical adventure from #1 New York Times bestselling author Patricia Briggs. \nWard, ruler of Hurog, is striving to restore his lands and people to prosperity, wanting nothing more than a quiet life. But when an old friend, escaping from High King Jakoven's torturers, seeks refuge in his keep, Ward can no longer ignore the growing rebellion against the tyrannical High King. He realizes that he cannot stand aside--he must join with the rebels. \n \nHowever, Jakoven has a secret weapon with which he intends to crush the rebellion: Farsonsbane, a magical artifact that has destroyed entire cities. But first, Jakoven needs blood to awaken it. Dragon's blood. The very blood that courses through Ward's veins...\n