Vengeful and hungry for world power, Zoser directs his armies to attack Yaracina, and one by one, its elven cities succumb to the humans’ superior weaponry. Desperate to escape the relentless pursuit of his assassin, Elysia flees to the mountains. Separated from family and forced into battle, the young elf knows she can never return to her simple life.
Nor can anyone else. Elysia’s sister discovers a wounded youth, and he forever changes Lillian’s life. As their city of Aseamir struggles to withstand the growing threat of Zoser’s men, Lillian nurtures the young soldier as he becomes conscious of a strange and dangerous power within. When human forces lay siege to the city, the two escape with his abilities still hidden … and carrying another equally potent secret.
Uncertainty, danger, mystery, and ever-varying loyalties keep suspicions aroused in Fallen Rose,Elizabeth McKinney’s second book in the Sons and Daughters series. And with no outcome guaranteed–the elves’ exceptional strength and endurance counter the humans’ advanced arms–all see reason to protect their own and fight for freedom. The rose has fallen, but it has not wilted… not yet…
