The Traitor

The Traitor concludes the ruthless and gripping epic fantasy series from New York Times bestseller Anthony Ryan, whose books have sold more than a million copies worldwide.

It's been a long journey for Alwyn Scribe. Born a bastard and raised an outlaw, he's now a knight and the most trusted advisor to Lady Evadine Courlain. Together they've won countless battles and helped to bring order to a fractured kingdom.

Yet Evadine is not the woman Alwyn once knew. As puritanical fury increasingly replaces her benevolent faith, Alwyn begins to question what her true motives really are.

As the kingdom braces itself for one final battle, Alwyn's conscience fights its own war with his heart. Now, more than ever, he must decide whose side he's really on.

Praise for the series

'A gritty, heart-pounding tale of betrayal and bloody vengeance' John Gwynne

'The Pariah is Anthony Ryan at his best. A fast-paced, brutal fantasy novel with larger-than-life characters and a plot full of intrigue and suspense' Grimdark Magazine

'This is Anthony Ryan's best book yet' Michael Fletcher

'Fantastic writing, an amazing world, a plot that won't quit, and an unforgettable character . . . Anthony Ryan is one of the best epic fantasy authors out there' Bookworm Blues

'Gritty and well-drawn, this makes a rich treat for George R. R. Martin fans' Publishers Weekly (starred review)

Books by Anthony Ryan

Raven's Shadow

Blood Song

Tower Lord

Queen of Fire

Raven's Blade

The Wolf's Call

The Black Song

Draconis Memoria

The Waking Fire

The Legion of Flame

The Empire of Ashes

The Covenant of Steel

The Pariah

The Martyr

The Traitor

Writing as A. J. Ryan

Red River Seven

A gritty, heart-pounding tale of betrayal and bloody vengeance. I loved every single word John Gwynne
This is Anthony Ryan's best book yet Michael Fletcher
A richly-detailed world with well-developed characters, a complex plot, mysteries, prophecy, viscerally-felt action and a protagonist to root for KV Johansen
Gritty and well-drawn, this makes a rich treat for George R.R. Martin fans Publishers Weekly (starred review)
The Pariah is Anthony Ryan at his best. A fast-paced, brutal fantasy novel with larger than life characters and a plot full of intrigue and suspense. With bloody twists and turns aplenty, this novel is destined to become a favourite of the grimdark community Grimdark Magazine
The Martyr continues the brilliance of The Pariah with more grit and adventure that Anthony Ryan fans and newcomers will devour Grimdark Magazine
A perfect fantasy book . . . Anthony Ryan continues to write incredible, gritty fantasy that ticks every box every time FanFiAddict
Ryan again showcases his gift for epic fantasy in his excellent sequel to The Pariah Publishers Weekly (starred review)
[A] masterful conclusion to Ryan's Covenant of Steel epic fantasy trilogy . . . Ryan's thoughtful characterizations and complex plotting are on clear display, enhanced by his evocative prose Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Gritty and well-drawn, this makes a rich treat for George R.R. Martin fans Publishers Weekly (stared review)

Anthony Ryan lives in London and is the New York Times bestselling author of the Raven's Shadow and Draconis Memoria series. He previously worked in a variety of roles for the UK government, but now writes full time. His interests include art, science and the unending quest for the perfect pint of real ale.

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