Tower Lord (Raven's Shadow #2), by Anthony Ryan (softback, english edition)

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The realm burns. And the man who could save it just wants to go home.

Tower Lord by Anthony Ryan
(Raven’s Shadow, Book 2 of 3)

The epic fantasy sequel to the internationally bestselling Blood Song — where foes become friends and truths turn to lies.

Vaelin Al Sorna is tired of war. He’s fought countless battles in service to the Realm and Faith. His reward was the loss of his love, the death of his friends, and a betrayal by his king. After five years in an Alpiran dungeon, he just wants to go home. But the realm he returns to is not the one he left.

Reva intends to welcome Vaelin back with a knife between the ribs. He destroyed her family and ruined her life. Nothing will stop her from exacting bloody vengeance — not even the threat of invasion from the greatest enemy the Realm has ever faced. Yet as the fires of war spread, foes become friends and truths turn to lies. To save the Realm, Reva must embrace a future she does not want. And Vaelin must revisit a past he’d rather leave buried.

Why readers can’t put it down:

• ⚔️ A war-weary hero who has given everything — and is asked to give more
• 🖤 A heroine driven by vengeance who must choose between hatred and survival
• 🔥 Multiple POVs that expand the world in every direction
• 🏰 Epic world-building with deep lore, political intrigue, and brutal consequences
• 📚 784 pages of immersive, unputdownable epic fantasy

Perfect for readers who love:
epic fantasy · dark fantasy · multiple POV · morally grey · war · vengeance · political intrigue · Anthony Ryan · Joe Abercrombie · Robin Hobb

He just wanted to go home.

The realm had other plans.

🖤 A Hero Betrayed by His Own King
🖤 A Woman Who Wants Him Dead
🖤 An Invasion That Changes Everything
🖤 Foes Who Become the Only Allies Left
🖤 Truths That Unravel Into Lies
🖤 A Past That Cannot Stay Buried

At Dark Rose, we believe the best epic fantasy is the kind that doesn’t flinch — where heroes are broken, villains have reasons, and the cost of war is never forgotten.

👤 Recommended Age: 16+

⚠️ Content Notes:
Violence • War • Death of loved ones • Betrayal • Political intrigue • Dark themes

✨ Best for readers who love:
Epic Fantasy • Dark Fantasy • Multiple POV • Morally Grey Characters • Anthony Ryan • Joe Abercrombie

⚠️ Probably not for readers looking for:
Romance-focused stories • Light Fantasy • Fast Reads • Contemporary Settings

📚 Format & Details

• Format: Softback
• Pages: 784
• Genre: Epic Fantasy
• Series: Raven’s Shadow, Book 2 of 3
• Publisher: Orbit
• Published: 12 February 2015

“Engrossing.” — Buzzfeed · “Powerful.” — SFFWorld · “Compelling.” — SFX