The Staff of Fire and Bone

Cédron Varkaras, already isolated as the Regent's son, has a Shäeli demon for a mother. Approaching manhood, his demonic powers manifest, proof of his mother's legacy. Cédron is blamed for the devastating ground shakes that have begun tearing the world apart, and he flees. Hunted by those who would kill him and others who want to exploit his powers, he races against time to find the real cause of the destruction. With little hope of redeeming himself or saving his world, Cédron must choose: become the hero that destiny has conspired to make him or join with the great demon and embrace his true heritage.