By Heresies Distressed

The battle for the soul of Safehold has begun.

Charis and Chisholm have joined together, pledged to stand against the tyranny of a corrupt Church. The youthful Queen Sharleyan of Chisholm has wed King Cayleb of Charis, forging a single empire dedicated to the defence of human freedom.

Crowned Empress of that empire, Sharleyan has found with Cayleb the love she never dared hope for in a ''marriage of...