But what happens when Tavin begins to want something to call his own? A too-cunning bodyguard Hawk warrior Tavin has always put Jas's life before his, magically assuming the prince's appearance and shadowing his every step. But he offers a wager that she can't refuse: protect him from a ruthless queen, and he'll protect the Crows when he reigns.

A fugitive prince When Crown Prince Jasimir turns out to have faked his death, Fie's ready to cut her losses-and perhaps his throat.

Her Crow caste of undertakers and mercy-killers takes more abuse than coin, but when they're called to collect royal dead, she's hoping they'll find the payout of a lifetime. A future chieftain Fie abides by one rule: look after your own. One way or another, we always feed the crows. Duncan, New York Times-bestselling author of Wicked Saints 'Rich, harrowing, and unafraid to tackle discrimination-perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo and Tomi Adeyemi.'- Kirkus, Starred Review 'Packed to the teeth with fresh worldbuilding and righteous fury.It's a ride that is wildly fun.'-Emily A. ' ferocious, exhilarating narrative!' - The New York Times Book ReviewĪ 2020 YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults Pickĭebut author Margaret Owen crafts a powerful saga of vengeance, survival, and sacrifice-perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo and Kendare Blake-in The Merciful Crow.

About the Book Fie, a sixteen-year-old chieftain from a lowly caste of mercy-killers, must rely on her wits and bone magic to smuggle the crown prince of Sabor to safety.

Margaret owen the merciful crow