After the ambush to the Novantae resistance, the survivors scatter across the galaxy. Then Ariadne receives a message: the Oracle has gone rogue. The AI wants One's daughter back and will do anything to get her. The seven devils realize they must get to the heart of the Empire and destroy the Oracle, no matter the sacrifice.
The first in an epic fantasy trilogy from Sunday Times bestselling author L.R. LamLong ago, humans betrayed dragons, stealing their magic and banishing them to a dying world. Centuries later, their descendants worship dragons as gods. But the 'gods' remember, and they do not forgive.Thief Arcady scrapes a living on the streets of Vatra. Desperate, Arcady steals a powerful artifact from the bones of the Plaguebringer, the most hated person in Lumet history. Only Arcady knows the artifact's magic holds the key to a new life among the nobles at court and a chance for revenge.The spell connects to Everen, the last male dragon foretold to save his kind, dragging him through the Veil. Disguised as a human, Everen soon learns that to regain his true power and form and fulfil his destiny, he only needs to convince one little thief to trust him enough to bond completely–body, mind, and soul–and then kill them.Yet the closer the two become, the greater the risk both their worlds will shatter.
This gripping memoir chronicles Tu Lam's extraordinary journey from a Vietnamese refugee childhood to a decorated Green Beret and underground MMA fighter, ultimately inspiring the character Ronin in Call of Duty. Known for his military achievements in over two dozen war zones, Lam also excels in humanitarian efforts, running a company with his wife that aids military and law enforcement, alongside extensive charity work for veterans with disabilities. His public persona includes hosting the History Channel series Forged in Fire and contributing to the bestselling video game Call of Modern Warfare. Born during a North Vietnamese air raid and surviving a harrowing month at sea, Lam faced a tumultuous American childhood marked by racism and abuse. Yet, he returned to conflict zones to "free the oppressed," embarking on over two decades of rigorous special forces training and deployment, while secretly participating in underground fighting matches. After retiring from the military, he battled personal demons, including addiction, but ultimately triumphed. Tu Lam’s life is a powerful testament to resilience, showcasing both the harsh realities and remarkable achievements of one man against overwhelming odds. For fans of Jocko Willink and David Goggins, this memoir is a testament to the strength of the human spirit.