Mapping Winter

In the frozen land of Cherek, Lord Cadoc Marubin lies dying and chaos threatens the land.During his four decades in power he had held Dalmorat Province in an iron grip, for which his heirs now contend. Cherek is poised on the brink of new-world advancements in culture and technology, but Cadoc’s choice could deny his people that bright fate and seal Dalmorat in darkness.Kieve Rider, sworn to Cadoc’s service, detests both the man she serves and the oath that binds her to his evils. Yet by that same oath it falls upon her to act as lynchpin in Cadoc’s naming of a new heir. Embroiled in the complexities of character, corruption and political intrigue, Kieve struggles to trust anyone, not least herself.Mapping Winter is a dynastic fantasy thriller, with a promise of steampunk at its labyrinthine heart.First published as The Sword of Winter in 1983, Mapping Winter has been extensively revised to fit the author’s originally intended vision.