A shocking novel of what could happen if the fanatical defense of the environment crossed the line into deadly terror. When environmental consultant Jack McDarvid's boss is killed in a shootout near the Capitol, McDarvid becomes enmeshed in a diabolical plot behind the scenes of the environmental movement.

Modesitt continues his bestselling Saga of Recluce with his 20th book in the long-running series. Beltur began his journey in The Mongrel Mage and continues with Outcasts of Order, the next book of his story arc in the Saga of Recluce.io9—Most Anticipated Sci Fi and Fantasy Books for June 2018Unbound Worlds—The Best Sci Fi and Fantasy Books of June 2018Beltur, an Order mage, discovers he possesses frightening powers not seen for hundreds of years. With his new abilities, he survives the war in Elparta and saves the lives of all. However, victory comes with a price. His fellow mages now see him as a threat to be destroyed, and the local merchants want to exploit his power.There's only one way he can remain free and survive—he's going to have to run.Saga of Recluce#1 The Magic of Recluce / #2 The Towers of Sunset / #3 The Order War / #4...