A Dance of Blades - Paperback

A Dance of Blades - Shadowdance Series Book 2

From USA Today bestselling author David Dalglish

It's been five long years since the city learned to fear. . .

In book #2 of the Shadowdance series, the war between the thief guilds and the powerful allegiance known as the Trifect has slowly dwindled. Now only the mysterious Haern is left to wage his private battle against the guilds in the guise of the Watcher -- a vicious killer who knows no limits. But when the son of Alyssa Gemcroft, one of the three leaders of the Trifect, is believed murdered, the slaughter begins anew. Mercenaries flood the streets with one goal in mind: find and kill the Watcher.

Peace or destruction; every war must have its end.

Fantasy author David Dalglish spins a tale of retribution and darkness, and an underworld reaching for ultimate power.

Why Readers Love This Dark Fantasy Series

The Shadowdance series delivers intense action sequences paired with complex character development. Haern's transformation into the Watcher creates a morally ambiguous protagonist that keeps readers engaged through every chapter. The guild warfare and political intrigue between the Trifect and criminal underworld provides a rich backdrop for this dark fantasy narrative.

Book Details

This paperback edition from Orbit brings you the second installment in David Dalglish's acclaimed series. The story picks up five years after the first book, exploring the consequences of Haern's vigilante justice and the power struggles that threaten to tear the city apart. Fans of assassin fiction and epic fantasy will find the blend of sword combat, political maneuvering, and dark themes compelling.