A Spider's Web - The Anthologies From Fold, #1

A tale of three where an aging legend loses everything, a lost woman becomes a tool for the Gods, and a young noble embraces his destiny. Set in the world of Föld, Erik Tucsok's A Spider's Web is a rich tapestry woven with complex characters and a gripping narrative. An exploration of self-discovery, intertwined with themes of loyalty and power, that makes for a thought-provoking read. A good soldier who does bad things, Dili'Ari makes a mistake and loses his title, his friends, and nearly the whole kingdom.
Being sent to prison pits his legacy against his honour, but when politics get involved he sets out to defend what's left of the city he loves. A man once considered a legend meets failure after failure until he verges on becoming the monster they all think he is. Lysstra, a simple maiden, feels alone and disconnected while everyone continues reminding her of her foreign history. Bearing witness to her court being slaughtered drives her to bring the murderer to justice.
On her journey she meets a dark prince who, while overbearing, insists that she be true instead of a shadow of herself. All roads lead her to kneeling before the Gods to become The Dark Widow. The eldest prince of The Pale Dominion, Dalen, struggles to see the reasoning behind his father's actions. Set out to prove himself a better soldier than a noble, he brings his younger brother on a journey that challenges both of them.
Upon their return, an air of moral corruption is swept aside as the grace of his mother delivers a divine truth upon him.  A grim epic fantasy featuring a fallen hero redemption arc, female rage leading to gruesome justice, and the discovery of divine powers, A Spider's Web is full of gripping action, witty banter, and heartfelt moments over fathers and sons. "Erik masterfully crafts a world where even secondary and tertiary characters possess a tangible depth, making the story resonate with you on multiple levels."-Kristy Gibbs of Dead Trees and Ink on A Spider's WebAfter over a decade of crafting the world, A Spider's Web is the first stand-alone novel within the grand masterpiece of The Anthology From Föld.