A god will return When the earth and sky converge Under the black sun In the holy city of Tova the winter solstice is usually a time for celebration and renewal, but this year it coincides with a solar eclipse, a rare celestial event proscribed by the Sun Priest as an unbalancing of the world. Meanwhile, a ship launches from a distant city bound for Tova and set to arrive on the solstice. The captain of the ship, Xiala, is a disgraced Teek whose song can calm the waters around her as easily as it can warp a man's mind. Her ship carries one passenger. Described as "harmless" the passenger, Serapio, is a young man, blind, scarred, and cloaked in destiny. As Xiala well knows, when a man is described as harmless, he usually ends up being a villain.
Rebecca Roanhorse
Rebecca Roanhorse is a Hugo, Nebula, and Locus award-winning author known for her groundbreaking work in speculative fiction. Her debut novel, "Trail of Lightning," combines Navajo mythology with post-apocalyptic themes, showcasing her unique blend of cultural insight and gripping storytelling. Roanhorse's work has redefined the landscape of contemporary literature.