A Darkness at the Door - Intisar Khanani

n nI've been cursed, betrayed, and sold into slavery - but the truth I carry can't be allowed to die.n nOnly Rae knows the extent of the corruption at the heart of the kingdom of Menaiya, from the noble lord who betrayed her, to the Circle of Mages whose wards protect the slavers from discovery. Injured and imprisoned on a slave ship, Rae's options are quickly running out. When a desperate escape attempt goes terribly wrong, she finds herself indebted to a terrifying Fae sorceress.n nNow Rae will not rest until she has rescued her fellow prisoners and freed her land from the darkness that has taken hold. To succeed, she'll need every ally she can find-including Bren, the thief who may have stolen her heart. But Bren is hiding his own bloody secrets, and the curses that encircle Rae have sunk their claws into her mind. With her debts coming due and time running short, all the truths in the world may not be enough to save her kingdom, or herself.n nWhat critics are saying: n nFull of action, magic, and intrigue. - Foreword Reviews, starred reviewn nA fairy tale that goes beyond happily-ever-after, exploring the will and vigilance needed to achieve justice and equity. - Kirkus Reviews, starred reviewn nSnap up the thrilling sequel to THE THEFT OF SUNLIGHT now!n