Ophelia Ravenward
The Taste of Tears

The Endless King stirs, bringing new nightmares into the waking world.In this dark epic fantasy sequel to Ophelia Ravenward: The Daughter of Deadwood, Ophelia must face enemies both outside and within. She survived the Trial of Talismans and began her training as a Spellweaver, but with power comes a cost—and the fragile threads of reality are threatening to snap.When nightmares bleed into Sominor and never-beasts stalk Spellevue’s halls, Ophelia and her fellow spellweavers are thrust into a battle that will test not only their magic, but their very will to survive. Not even Lady Nikollette can save her this time—and a truth is revealed that could unravel everything she believes about herself.All the while, endless forces work in the shadows to resurrect the Endless King. If he rises again, no kingdom will stand against him.Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Brandon Sanderson, and Leigh Bardugo, this epic young adult fantasy blends deep magic, dark secrets, and a heroine whose greatest enemy may be the truth within herself.