After a decade of bloody battles and endless strife, Jev Dharrow is ready to retire his trusty sword, kick back with a frothy mug of ale, and erase the memory of his lost love marrying another man while he was off fighting for his life. But, alas, fate has other plans for our war-weary hero. As his ship glides into port, he is met with a sight that sends chills down his spine: a striking woman clad in the attire of an inquisitor, representing one of the revered religious orders. The purpose of her unexpected presence? To arrest him, of course. Why? Because he stands accused of pilfering an ancient artifact of immense power, capable of igniting yet another devastating war.
Jev, ever the reluctant protagonist, would gladly part ways with said artifact if it meant avoiding further anguish and bloodshed. There's just one tiny predicamentāhe hasn't the slightest clue as to its whereabouts or what it even looks like. It becomes clear that this inquisitor, Zenia Cham by name, has unfortunately mistaken him for some nefarious artifact thief. Jev, on the other hand, insists that he is as innocent as a newborn baby.
Enter Zenia, who rose from a childhood of destitution to become one of the most formidable law enforcers the city has ever seen. In fact, she stands perched on the precipice of becoming the prestigious archmage of the temple. There's just one catch: she must locate the elusive Eye of Truth, and her esteemed superiors are wholeheartedly convinced that Jev is the coveted key to this enigma. A master of charm, Jev tries his best to melt Zenia's icy exterior with his sparkling eyes and infectious grin. Yet, this determined inquisitor won't allow any man, especially a common thief, to obstruct her path toward greatness and fulfillment of her dreams.
If Jev fails to persuade Zenia that they share a common purpose, locate the elusive artifact, and clear his besmirched name, his eagerly anticipated homecoming shall swiftly transform into an inescapable prison sentence. Or, heaven forbid, something far worse awaits him. Embark on an enthralling journey filled with unsought alliances, thrilling twists, and a chase against time. This audiobook guarantees to captivate your senses and transport you to a world teetering on the brink of chaos and redemption.