Heir to the Shadows - Black Jewels #2

"[The Black Jewels] series...has long been celebrated for its dark sensuality and focus on female characters....[the books] remain crucial foundations of the romantasy genre and paved the way for what followed."--Paste Magazine   Praise for Heir to the Shadows   "Bishop seems to delight in turning fantasy conventions on their heads...still darkly opulent, often exotic."-- Locus   "The fabulous talent of Anne Bishop is showcased in Heir to the Shadows....Ms. Bishop's striking magical concepts and powerful images are wonderfully leavened with unexpected dash and humor, creating an irresistible treat for fantasy fans."-- RT Book Reviews   " Heir to the Shadows isn't as dark as its predecessor...All the other elements that made the first book such a gripping read are present: vivid and sympathetic characters, a fascinating and fully-realized magical system...lavish and sensuous descriptions, and interesting world building that turns traditional gender roles and concepts of dominance and su