The paladin clans, an order of mercenary knights, are determined to crush the growing revolution, and Devlor Bastorran, the wildly cruel heir apparent to the clan leadership, plots a gruesome revenge against Reeth.
But Reeth has larger problems to contend with. The rebels have decided on the location of their new state -- a remote island -- and he has been given the dangerous task of delivering payment in gold. Soon Reeth discovers that a powerful new enemy threatens to destroy not only the Covenant, but also his chance for redemption.
An interesting world full of interesting characters acting to the limits of their abilities makes this a fun read and a Series to keep an eye on. -- Steve Sawicki, SFRevu
THE RIGHTEOUS BLADE is a well written fantasy thriller even with no enchantments. -- Harriet Klausner, Harriet Klausner's Review Archive