BUT, WHO SENT THE ASSASSIN?For nearly thirty years, Èmké, the First Gryphon, has served as a diplomat, husband, father, and founder of the Gryphonic Federation. His friendships span the highest levels of governments and faiths, and his family has become a symbol of hope in a world learning to live alongside gryphons.Then an assassin comes to Duntulm Castle.What begins as a single attack soon uncovers a conspiracy reaching across continents. As evidence leads from one nation to another, Èmké and his sons find themselves confronting powerful enemies willing to sacrifice anyone to achieve their goals.But the greatest threat is not political.It is personal.Because someone has decided that the First Gryphon—and everyone he loves—must die.In a story of loyalty, sacrifice, espionage, and family, the gryphons discover that even victory can come at a terrible cost.Some questions can change the world.But one question will change the lives of the gryphons forever.Who sent the assassin?


(I just finished writing this book, and am preparing it for publishing.)