A Dance of Shadows
Originally published independently as Blood of the Underworld (2012).
David Dalglish's fantasy series, perfect for fans of Brent Weeks, continues with A Dance of Shadows.
"Prove that you can stand against the darkness and live."
Haern is the King's Watcher, born an assassin only to become the city of Veldaren's protector against the thief guilds.
When Lord Victor Kane attacks the city, determined to stamp out all corruption, foreign gangs pour in amidst the chaos in an attempt to overthrow the current lords of the underworld.
And when a mysterious killer known as the Widow begins mutilating thieves, paranoia engulfs the city. Haern knows someone is behind the turmoil, pulling strings. If he doesn't find out who - and soon - his beloved city will burn.
Light or darkness: where will the line be drawn?
Fantasy author David Dalglish spins a tale of retribution and darkness, and an underworld reaching for ultimate power in this fourth novel of the Shadowdance series, previously released as Watcher's Blade.
David Dalglish
David Dalglish currently lives in rural Missouri with his wife Samantha, daughter Morgan, and dog Asimov. He graduated from Missouri Southern State University in 2006 with a degree in Mathematics and currently works as a para-professional with Special Education students. He spends his free time watching PBS and Spongebob Squarepants with his daughter.
Shadowdance
Follow the story of Haern the Watcher as he rises from son of the famed thief, Thren Felhorn, to become scourge of the underworld in a city full of treachery, murder, and betrayal.
Shadowdance consists of six works. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
Main series World of Dezrel