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.
Rate this book
The Lord of the Rings - The Rings of Power
Watch with 30-day free trial (more info)
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 :: Series
Series contains 6 primary works and has 6 total works.
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.
Main series World of Dezrel
