Book I of The Quickening. For centuries a Thirsk general has fought alongside of the King of Morgravia, but none ever swore allegiance to a royal a cruel as Celimus. When General Wyl Thirsk is forced by Celimus to watch to torture of Myrren, a young woman accused of witchcraft, Wyl fears he may be the first of his family to betray the blood oath. Leading a motley crew of mercenaries, unable to trust anyone, Wyl is sent on a diplomatic mission to a neighbouring territorry. He finds treachery every step of the way and begins to wonder if he'll return home alive. But Myrren, grateful for his compassion, has given Wyl an extraordinary gift. Wyl's life is about to take an entirely unpredictable turn...he is about to discover The Quickening... Cover art b y Les Petersen and Mike Golding. https://cosmiccauldronbooks.com.au/p/blood-and-memory-fiona-mcintosh/