The His Mortal Demise

These Violent Delights meets Divine Rivals in the explosive finale to The Last Bloodcarver duology-with a riveting medical magic system and lush Vietnam-inspired fantasy world. Kochin is a heartsooth-a rare being with the ability to heal any wound. Any wound, that is, except death. Intent on defying nature and bringing Nhika back to life, Kochin keeps her body in a life-preserving casket and waits for a miracle. Stricken with grief and descending into madness, Kochin realizes the answer to his desperate quest can only lie in one place: Yarong, the lush yet battle-ridden island the first heartsooths called home. Months later, Nhika wakes in a familiar manor-house, with Kochin nowhere to be found. As she traces his footsteps across Theumas, she discovers the haunting path he walked to bring her back, and a world changed by war. When Kochin discovers the true and grisly way to resurrect a person from the grave, he must decide exactly how much he is willing to sacrifice, in order to reunite with the woman he loves... Don't miss this stunning dual-POV follow up to The Last Bloodcarver, where morals will be tested, hearts pushed to the limit, and fates determined once and for all. Vanessa Le's jaw-dropping sequel is a bloody and luscious spectacle to be devoured in one sitting. Praise for The Last Bloodcarver duology: 6 starred reviews" A smart, lush, and utterly compelling read." - Marie Lu, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of Legend" You'll gasp, you'll scream, you'll cry, and you'll be begging for the next book." - Chloe Gong, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of These Violent Delights" The perfect blend of sci-fi, fantasy, and romance." - Axie Oh, New York Times-bestselling author of The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea" Obsession-worthy characters." - Joan He, New York Times-bestselling author of The Ones We're Meant to Find" Absolutely captivating. This is one to be savored." - Grace D. Li, New York Times-bestselling author of Portrait of a Thief? " Engrossing, moving, and intricately detailed." - Kirkus Reviews, starred review? " Sharp and satisfying, this duology belongs in all.... collections." - School Library Journal, starred review