New York Times bestselling author Peter V. Brett returns to his groundbreaking Demon Cycle series with this enthralling novella-the latest story set in his much-loved fantasy world. Each night, the world is overrun by bloodthirsty demons. For centuries, humanity survived only by hiding behind defensive wards-magical symbols with the power to repel the demons. Now, the rediscovery of long-forgotten combat wards has given them the magic they need to...