Midnight Tides - A Tale of the Malazan Book of the Fallen
Steven Erikson
This riveting tale follows the united tribes of Tiste Edur under the rule of the Warlock King of the Hiroth. In order to maintain peace, they make a pact with a hidden power that could prove to be their downfall. Meanwhile, the kingdom of Lether continues its expansionist ways, threatening the Tiste Edur's existence.