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It’s an uncertain time in the Fertile Plains. Sixty cycles have passed since Alönia won The Protectorate War, but time and conflict have eroded the security gained through that great struggle. As Alönia wades through internal squabbling, David rises above his tragic childhood and earns a place as an aide to a powerful politician. Only time will tell if he can overcome petty disputes and uncover a hidden enemy before everyone he knows is dead.

Embark on an airship adventure. Feel the wind in your hair as you soar through the clouds. Solve mysteries, forge friendships, and watch an ordinary boy become the hero he was born to be.

The Adventure Continues in the Sequel to a #1 Bestseller.

The Fertile Plains are spiraling out of control, and David is at the center of the chaos. He's been deceived and betrayed, and has to decide how much he's willing to risk for the sake of justice. His decision could mean losing his mother and his own life, but these dilemmas seem trivial compared to what’s coming. War is on the horizon, and the Alönian armada is woefully unprepared. If David doesn't act fast, all will be lost.

Slink through the shadows of the underworld. Hide in plain sight and put on the cloak of pretense. Topple regimes, uncover treachery, and rise from the ashes as a new creation.

In the third installment, David faces his greatest challenge.

The Outlands present a strange new way of life in which one false move could end in a deadly duel. David must stay alive long enough to discover the secrets his father and grandfather took to their graves. Meanwhile, newly appointed Speaker Johnson wrestles with the assembly while facing treachery at every turn. As statesmanship fails him, he finds himself borrowing from his previous life of espionage. Johnson sends Mercy to Armstad on a special assignment, and she realizes the cost of war before it even begins. All the while, the enemy lurks in the shadows waiting for the perfect moment to strike…

Become a rogue commander and soar into battle against overwhelming odds. Fight for your life! Answer the call to arms and defeat the enemy.

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