An intelligent and compelling narrative from the author of The Windsinger, this is a novel that raises important questions about the nature of power, corruption and extremism.
What's the story?
On the island of Anacrea, three very different young people, Seeker, Morning Star and Wildman, all yearn to join the Nomana, the Noble Warriors who protect their living god, the All and Only.
But these are dangerous times for the Nomana, so when Seeker uncovers a deadly plan to destroy the warriors, the three see their chance to prove themselves. As they become ever more caught up in the race to save the Nomana, the teenagers find themselves in increasing danger. Can they save the Nomana and at what risk to themselves?
Story is king here and the various plot threads spun throughout the novel are skilfully drawn together.
The Guardian