In this thrilling sequel to Daughter of the Empire, Lady Mara faces a vengeful blood enemy who doesnt know Mara has a strategic secret weapon--a rakish Midkemian slave whose real identity will change the rimworld forever. A tale of love, hate, and sacrifice against the panorama of an alien yet familiar society.--Publishers Weekly. nA sweeping drama unveiling a tale of love, hate and sacrifice against the panorama of an alien yet familiar society.--Publishers Weekly. n nUncommonly satisfying.--Locusn