Until the Rising -- Amber Kirkpatrick, Paperback

More than a millennia into the future, the world has been thrust back to a medieval age where men live and die by the sword. The kingdom of Aquila is considered by many to be the epicenter of beauty, culture, and grace. However, between wars and its own tribal politics, she is under the perpetual threat of destruction.

Growing up in the Shadowlands and believing most of his family to be dead, young Tristan is in search of his last known relative whom he hopes to find alive. All he has ever wanted is a quiet home and a family to love-but as Tristan grows into manhood, he discovers the price of a peaceful life may prove to be too steep.

In this coming-of-age kingdom fantasy, destiny may be calling Tristan to something bigger, if only he has the courage to meet it.