Blood And Bone by Ian C. Esslemont

Set in the sprawling and tumultuous world of the Malazan Empire, this gripping tale unfolds in the jungle continent of Jacuruku, where two powerful forces are on a collision course. The enigmatic Shimmer, leading the Crimson Guard, is on a mission to confront the sorceress Ardata, who rules over the jungle with an iron grip. Meanwhile, the ancient and mysterious god of the jungle, known as the White Face Barghast, awakens, threatening to unleash chaos upon the land. As these forces converge, alliances are tested, secrets are unearthed, and the fate of Jacuruku hangs in the balance, weaving a complex tapestry of intrigue, magic, and warfare.

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