The Gods are at war. Jabrael is their weapon.
Once, she obeyed Amereld's iron laws. Now, imprisoned and confessing to her captors, she reveals the truth: she touched the demon Lumos, refused purification, and embraced monstrosity when survival demanded it.
This is not a chosen-one tale. It is the story of a woman who will shatter laws, betray loyalties, and sacrifice even her humanity to fight a war the rest of the world cannot see.
Praise for
The Iron Chest
✦
"Violence, love, lust, magic, and a complex cast... R. A. Neddow is a master of her craft."
-Nikole Severance
"Dark, complex, and utterly original... takes familiar YA themes and transforms them into something layered and psychologically intense, perfect for a mature fantasy audience."
-Mira Maschmeyer
"Sneaks up on you with its beauty, then knocks you down with its heartbreak... a lyrical yet sharp narrative that balances wonder with raw emotion. Fans of The Name of the Wind will feel right at home."
-Alex MacKenzie
"One part coming-of-age, one part political drama, and all epic... a debut that promises great things ahead."
-Ian Barr
Perfect for fans of R. F. Kuang, Anna Smith Spark, and Patrick Rothfuss.