Four Ruined Realms (Deluxe Limited Edition) – Mai Corland

Four Ruined Realms thrusts readers back into the high-stakes world of The Broken Blades series, where loyalty and betrayal collide in a race against time. The story follows the five blades—assassins bound by a dangerous mission—as they navigate treacherous realms to steal the Golden Ring of the Dragon Lord. King Joon’s manipulative schemes force the group to confront their fractured trust while battling political intrigue, ancient magic, and their own haunted pasts.

The Deluxe Limited Edition elevates the experience with sprayed edges, stenciled artwork, and exclusive endpapers, making it a must-have for collectors. Mai Corland’s sharp prose weaves multiple perspectives seamlessly, balancing heart-pounding action with intimate character moments. New allies and enemies emerge as the blades venture beyond Yusan, uncovering secrets about the ring’s power and the true cost of vengeance.

Themes of family, sacrifice, and redemption thread through the narrative, deepening the emotional stakes. The world expands with rich lore, from the foreign rule of Quilimar to the mystical ruins of Khitan, each setting dripping with atmospheric detail. Corland’s knack for blending relentless pacing with layered storytelling ensures no chapter feels wasted.

The stakes soar as the team faces impossible choices: obey a tyrannical king or forge their own path. Betrayals cut deep, alliances shift like sand, and the line between hero and villain blurs. Fans of the first book will revel in callbacks to earlier twists while new readers are thrust into a whirlwind of intrigue.

With its cliffhanger ending, Four Ruined Realms sets the stage for a explosive finale. The Deluxe Edition’s stunning design mirrors the story’s grandeur, offering both a gripping read and a tactile treasure. This is epic fantasy at its most visceral—a tale where every blade has a shadow, and every shadow hides a secret.