The Bitter Twins (The Winnowing Flame Trilogy 2)

In the sequel The Bitter Twins, characters face new challenges as they unite against ancient evils threatening their world, Sarn.

In The Bitter Twins, the gripping second installment of the Winnowing Flame trilogy, readers are thrust back into the tumultuous world of Sarn. Following the aftermath of the Ninth Rain, the Jure'lia have awakened, signaling a new era of chaos and conflict. Tormalin the Oathless and the fell-witch Noon find themselves at the forefront of an urgent mission: to rally the first war-beasts born in Ebora in three centuries. However, these creatures are not the formidable warriors of legend; instead, they are immature and disoriented, struggling to unite against an ever-looming ancient threat.

As the narrative unfolds, the scholar Vintage proposes a daring solution that may lie in the discovery of a fabled island, believed to hold the key to the fate of two legendary Eborans. The journey to uncover this island is fraught with danger, as new monstrous adversaries emerge, and the stakes continue to rise. The bond between the characters deepens as they confront their fears and the realities of war, making their quest not only a physical journey but also a profound exploration of loyalty and courage.

Readers will find themselves captivated by the richly woven tapestry of The Bitter Twins, filled with breathtaking inventiveness and intricate world-building. This epic fantasy not only expands upon the compelling characters and themes introduced in the first book but also raises the tension and stakes, inviting fans of Robin Hobb and Adrian Tchaikovsky to immerse themselves in a story of survival, unity, and the fight against darkness.