The Blood Debt, 2

Set in a remote city where blood holds power and water is scarce, the story follows three friends on a perilous quest to rescue their families. Sal Hrvati's journey is complicated by his estranged father's actions, which have unleashed a mysterious creature with ancient ties. Their adventure leads them to the Divide, a treacherous realm filled with magical treasures and non-human inhabitants. Blending romance, adventure, and humor, this fast-paced fantasy draws from various mythologies, exploring a world that intertwines the familiar with the extraordinary.