Lord of Ruin

By: K. M. Enright

Narrated by: James Cooney

The unmissable sequel to Mistress of Lies, a dark fantasy romance with sizzling spice, vampiric blood magic, and cutthroat politics.

LOVE WILL BE THEIR RUIN

It has been six months since the failed coup led by Isaac De La Cruz, and Shan LeClaire is struggling under the mantle of Royal Blood Worker. Left with a dwindling blood supply and a ravenous nation whose thirst will drown them, Shan is forced to turn to darker means to fill the need. And that is only the start of the horrors her Eternal King asks of her.

Now Councillor to the King, Samuel is trapped in a labyrinthine world of politics and bylaws. Crushed by the knowledge that he can never change things from within, Samuel breaks from Shan, turning to her rebellious brother to help him rescue the disgraced Isaac de la Cruz from the King's dungeons.

Despite his newfound freedom, all is not well with Isaac. His actions have consequences, the dangerous magic he experimented with changing him from man to monster. But a monster might just be the only thing that can stand up to the Eternal King. Embracing the beast within, Isaac will see this broken nation shattered-even if it would cost the love of those he holds most dear.

Critic reviews

"A thrilling, daring, sexy sequel that will bring readers to new highs—and lows—as the Age of Blood saga continues to enthrall."—Laura R Samotin, the author of The Sins on Their Bones on Lord of Ruin

"A vicious story of love amidst revolution. Enright has crafted a bold and heart-shredding sequel that never shies away from monstrosity, identity, or the carnage of clashing ideals."—S.A. Maclean, bestselling author of Voidwalker

"Enright has done it again. A dark, sexy, twisted novel written in blood, Lord of Ruin is sure to delight. A triumph in folkloric vampirism and a fresh take on themes ranging from the patriarchy to trans identity, it is steeped in political intrigue and blood bending. I savored every last page."—Taylor Grothe, author of Hollow and Of Auras and Shadows on Lord of Ruin

"A whip-smart follow-up to one of the best dark fantasies of the year. Lord of Ruin is dazzlingly violent, magnificently sharp, and–with the raw love story at its bloody, beating heart–everything I could’ve asked for." —Andrew Joseph White, bestselling author of You Weren't Meant to Be Human on Lord of Ruin

"[A] riveting and remarkably assured dark fantasy debut. Enright’s richly atmospheric prose immerses readers in a meticulously crafted world, where familiar vampire tropes are skillfully subverted. The high-stakes romance subplot, featuring a polyamorous relationship and trans representation, adds depth and tension to the narrative. Calling to mind the works of both Anne Rice and V.E. Schwab, this tale of magic, murder, and ambition will captivate fans of dark, political fantasy." —Publishers Weekly (Starred) on Mistress of Lies

"Mistress of Lies held me captive from the very first page. What a story—dark and gripping, raw and beautifully imagined. With their stunning prose, compelling morally gray characters, inventive magic system, and knack for piercingly heartfelt moments amidst all the horror and intrigue, K.M. Enright is definitely one to watch."—Thea Guanzon, USA Today, New York Times, and Sunday Times bestselling author of The Hurricane Wars on Mistress of Lies

"Mistress of Lies is a dark, twisting fantasy that grabs you by the throat with claws and refuses to let you go– a blood-stained, heart wrenching romance balanced on the knife’s edge of revolution. Luxurious and beautifully cruel."—Andrew Joseph White, NYT bestselling author of Hell Followed With Us on Mistress of Lies

"Politics, family, and desire weave a tangled web across a decadent, blood-soaked city in this stunning debut. Dark, dangerous, and entrancing!”—Melissa Caruso, author of The Obsidian Tower on Mistress of Lies