Fallen

In "Fallen," the tenth installment of the Alex Verus series, the renowned diviner finds himself ensnared in a web of political intrigue and personal danger that threatens to unravel his carefully constructed life. Now a member of the powerful Light Council, Alex has finally achieved a measure of success, found love with Anne, and cultivated a circle of loyal friends. However, this newfound prominence comes at a steep cost; the Council is scrutinizing his every move, dangerously close to uncovering truths that could strip him of everything he holds dear. Simultaneously, his former master, the malevolent Richard Drakh, intensifies his war against the Council, plotting a devastating maneuver designed to bring both Alex and Anne under his complete domination. Caught between the merciless machinations of Drakh and the suspicious gaze of the Council, Alex's time is rapidly running out. To protect those he loves and the life he has fought so hard to build, Alex must embrace a darker, more ruthless side of himself, risking his very soul in a desperate bid for survival.