Cassandra Clare makes her adult debut with "Sword Catcher," a fantasy about a bodyguard for a prince and an outcast with illicit powers. To be the Sword Catcher for Prince Conor should be an honor. But for Kel, he knows that his position means that someday he will die in order to save the prince's life. Lin, who lives beyond the city's walls, still holds magical capabilities in order to help the sick residents of the nation. Kel and Lin become allies when desperation brings them both to the door of the Ragpicker King, whose rule over the secret criminal underbelly of their kingdom makes him both powerful and dangerous. As their journey together reveals conspiracies among the most powerful political players, their forbidden relationship, and knowledge of well-kept secrets threaten to topple their kingdom.
Release date: Oct. 10
