Grey Sister

In the hallowed yet brutal halls of the Convent of Sweet Mercy, Novice Nona Grey delves deeper into the forbidden secrets of the universe, her extraordinary abilities growing with each revelation. As the time approaches for her to choose her life's path – whether to dedicate herself to prayer and service or to the lethal arts of the blade and fist – a storm of external forces threatens to engulf her. A thwarted assassin, consumed by pride and a thirst for vengeance, stalks her every move. An ambitious empress wields the Inquisition as a weapon, her designs on power threatening the very order Nona is sworn to. And the vengeful ire of the empire's richest lord looms large, seeking retribution. With her world narrowing and enemies attacking through the very system she trusts, Nona must navigate a perilous path, balancing the complex pulls of friendship, ambition, loyalty, and the burning desire for revenge. Amidst this crucible, one truth remains immutable: her journey will be forged in blood.