Of Blood and Blade — Jeff Gunzel

I'm willing to sacrifice everything if that's what it takes, but what happens when I have nothing left to give?After joining forces with the tarrins to fend off the ghatins in a brutal battle, Viola and her companions must now face some tough choices. The defeat, a minor setback, has only further enraged the savage ghatins, and Viola's life is now in more danger than ever before. Left with no choice, she and her friends must leave Eldham in order to stay one step ahead of their enemies. Even with the aid of some newfound allies, will Viola find peace at last?Perhaps it's time she learned how the world really works. Trust is only as deep as one's pockets... Note: This series does contain some graphic violence.