The Bones of the Old Ones

In this gripping sequel to The Desert of Souls, set against a snowy backdrop in 8th century Mosul, scholar Dabir and swordsman Captain Asim find themselves entangled with Najya, a Persian noblewoman fleeing a sinister cabal that seeks ancient magical artifacts. As they embark on a perilous journey through the harshest winter on record, they are pursued by a shape-shifting assassin and face the growing threat of Najya's escalating enchantment. Forced to ally with the deceptive Greek necromancer Lydia, they must navigate a web of danger and intrigue, all while racing against time to save Najya from a vengeful spirit that threatens to plunge the world into eternal winter.