The final chapter in the epic Triumvirate trilogy 'Leave your preconceptions about fantasy behind with this one because McGuiness continues to do the unexpected' Bookseller + Publisher the final chapter in the epic triumvirate trilogy. With Hwenfayre murdered and Shanek's humanity all but destroyed by the power of the triumvirate, the world stands on the brink of destruction, unaware of its peril. Even Aldere, left maintaining a precarious balance, might not know how to save it. Cherise and his cut-throat band are heading to Eysteinn to complete their mission for the thane, but a new and unexpected power has awakened within the slave Jayotsana - a power the Assassin plans to use for his own ends. the power of the triumvirate is loosed on the world and the ancient warrior code of the Way of Purity might hold the key to salvation ... 'McGuiness continues to do the unexpected' Bookseller+Publisher on the First Weapon 'the Awakening reads beautifully. It is sweeping and grand in its vision ... Fans of fantasy and newcomers to fantasy will all enjoy it' Good Reading

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