The Draoidh's Gambit (The Draoidh's Cearcall, #2)

The Draoidh Rhyslin Darkblade never sought power only purpose. But with his growing family of bonded companions and a destiny intertwined with prophecy, purpose is no longer his to choose.

After bonding with the enigmatic seeress Rowena, whose visions shape the path ahead, Rhyslin starts training the fiery young spell-blade Rana, whose fate is sealed by Despoina's prophecy for the battles to come. As shadows move across the land and unseen forces conspire against them, his role shifts from warrior to teacher, protector to father.

But prophecy is a fickle thing, and Despoina's whispers warn of a storm that even Rhyslin's magic may not withstand. In a game where the trickster determines the moves, will the ruling council accept the Draoidh's treaties, or will they consign the Ciad-Ghin to a slow death?

A tale of magic, prophecy, and found family, *The Draoidh's Gambit* weaves an epic fantasy of love, fate, and the choices that shape a legacy.