From a major new debut author in epic fantasy comes the first book in a trilogy where action intrigue and magic collide. The Justice of Kings introduces an unforgettable protagonist destined to become a fantasy icon Sir Konrad Vonvalt an Emperors Justice who is a detective judge and executioner all in one. But these are dangerous times to be a Justice.... A fantastic debut. Peter McLean author of Priest of Bones The Empire of the Wolf simmers with unrest. Rebels heretics and powerful patricians all challenge the power of the Imperial throne. Only the Order of Justices stands in the way of chaos. Sir Konrad Vonvalt is the most feared Justice of all upholding the law by way of his sharp mind arcane powers and skill as a swordsman. At his side stands Helena Sedanka his talented protg orphaned by the wars that forged the Empire. When the pair investigates the murder of a provincial aristocrat they unearth a conspiracy that stretches to the very top of Imperial society. As the stakes rise and become ever more personal Vonvalt and Helena must make a choice Will they abandon the laws theyve sworn to uphold in order to protect the Empire show more