*Betrayal* by Fiona McIntosh launches an epic fantasy adventure set in Tallinor, where folklore still shapes law—and fear rules the future. If you love rich world-building, forbidden magic and high-stakes destiny, this is the kind of series-starter that pulls you in fast.
Centuries after a sentient nearly destroyed the land, any hint of power is met with execution. Far from the royal city, young scribe Torkyn Gynt hides healing abilities he barely understands. When duty calls him to apprentice under the royal physic, Tor must leave his village behind—along with Alyssa, the love he’s not ready to lose.
Guided by a watchful falcon and a mysterious dream-visitor, Tor sets out on a perilous journey where loyalty, courage and the cost of power collide.
Perfect for readers who enjoy classic fantasy quests, romantic tension, and stories about identity, sacrifice and fate. Step into Tallinor and see where it all begins.
