Here it is…the third book in nine months.
Yep, here is Spectyr.
Though one of the most powerful Deacons, Sorcha Faris has a tarnished reputation to overcome. She and her partner, Deacon Merrick Chambers, find themselves chasing down rumors of geists, but long for a return to real action. So they jump at the chance to escort a delegation sent to negotiate the terms of the Emperor’s engagement. Their destination: the exotic city of Orinthal.
But a string of murders has Orinthal on edge, and Sorcha and Merrick are asked to investigate. Meanwhile the Emperor’s sister has unwittingly released a cruel and vengeful goddess, one who it bent on destroying her enemies, including the geistlord who resides inside the shapeshifting rival to the throne—Sorcha’s lover….
I’ve taken Sorcha, Merrick and Raed into new places. Kim the Comic Book Goddess, one of the first to buy the book and finish it (apparently a store in Scranton put it out early) said I think that I shall begin to call Ms Ballantine the mistress of heartbreak, difficult situations, and star-crossed families.
That makes me so happy!
Now, people are always asking, what is the best way to help the author. Apart from telling your friends, blogging and reviewing, there is always the issue of buying. Gail Carriger wrote a very informative and precise article on the methodology of bookstores, and a certain New York Times list. It is well worth reading.
In the meantime you can read the first chapter for free here and please tweet, facebook or email me pictures of Spectyr in the wild, or maybe with your pet.