With Blood Upon The Sand by Bradley P. Beaulieu

In a world teetering on the brink of chaos, the story follows the journey of Çeda, a fierce and determined young woman who is part of the Blade Maidens, an elite group of warriors. As she navigates the treacherous political landscape of the desert city of Sharakhai, Çeda is driven by a personal vendetta against the Twelve Kings who rule with an iron fist. Her quest for vengeance is intertwined with the discovery of ancient secrets and the brewing rebellion that threatens to upend the balance of power. Amidst the swirling sands and blood-soaked battles, Çeda must confront her past and harness her inner strength to alter the fate of her world.