The sequel to "Ships of Bone" - winner of the "British Fantasy Award"! The dragons have returned to the world of the Hundred Islands. But their return portends only war and destruction. The crew of the Tidechild find themselves embroiled in a conspiracy after boarding a ship in distress whose hold is filled with dying slaves. A plot so vicious that it will force Mias and the team to question their loyalty to the rulers and begin to fight for their lives. “This is an absolutely fantastic book that I was delighted with throughout the story. Her setting offers a great mix of weirdness/novelty and epic fantasy: anything with ships made from dragon bones just has to be pretty damn cool!” – Cameron Johnson “A world full of wonder, where myths come to life again; a path drenched in blood, sweat and tears; heroes who will rip your heart out whether you like it or not. Who wouldn't want that? – starlitbook.com “The awe-inspiring scenery, including a giant sea dragon rising from the shards of a shattered island, will especially delight fantasy fans.” – Publishers Weekly “A brilliant sequel to a simply brilliant book.” – daysinotherworlds.com