The Coming of Shadows

The Chronicles of InnisfailVolume II: The Coming of Shadows Duke Morgin Grenfell has a problem as he faces summary judgement and execution at the hands of an ingrate emperor, Alcandryn. While a plot is launched to free him, the Dreadlord Luth is joined by the Host of the Underworld raised by Morwenna and now threatens the West. The Duke must hasten back to his province of Rhaingoll to plan the defense of the White Company.   Meeting Lord Frey, he begins a dangerous quest that takes Wilem and other characters deep into the Underworld while Morwenna is aloft. It leads to some powerful discoveries.    Luth and Morwenna march inexorably towards the capital of Innisfail to join with Luth's brother, Sonderin the Black. The Empire stands on the brink of collapse, and desperately needs the support of the Western Outlords. Now a powerful new Archmage urges  Duke Morgin to go east and break the tightening siege of Rammath-Innis. He will have help from Lord Frey and all the clans of the Dwarrowkin.   The epic military fantasy revs into high gear and sees the Empire facing its greatest threat in nearly 300 years. Can Innisfail survive?