The Ember Path

Exiled from everything he has ever known, Nino Lombard is left to die in the burning deserts of Battonia.

Stripped of his status, separated from his family, and haunted by the consequences of his past choices, Nino's only hope lies with the hidden Embermane Rebellion. But survival in the desert is never guaranteed. Thirst, venom, and the relentless sands threaten to claim his life long before he reaches safety.

As the rebellion gathers strength beneath the desert, ancient secrets begin to stir. Guided by unlikely allies and challenged by enemies who would see him fail, Nino must confront uncomfortable truths about himself, his family, and the kingdom he once served.

Meanwhile, the Magister tightens his grip on Battonia, determined to crush all opposition. As darkness spreads across the desert, a forgotten prophecy begins to awaken—one that may hold the key to the kingdom's future.

To survive, Nino must discover why some flames refuse to die.

The Ember Path is the second novel in the Way of the Wands series, an epic fantasy of rebellion, family loyalty, sacrifice, and hope set in the world of Tales from the Tarot.