The Cruel Dawn

""A whirlwind fantasy that will keep readers on their toes--much like the hero."" --Kirkus Reviews for The Last One ""The Last One is a textured, powerful, and hypnotic fantasy tale that introduces readers to Kai - an unforgettable protagonist that guides readers through the lush, complex, and dangerous world Rachel Howzell Hall creates. The Last One will remind readers of the grit and cunning of George RR Martin's Game of Thrones and Marlon James's Black Leopard, Red Wolf series blended with Hall's inimitable voice and knack for razor-sharp plotting. You'll never want this book to end."" --Alex Segura, award-winning and bestselling author of Secret Identity, Star Wars Poe Dameron: Free Fall and ARAÑA/SPIDER-MAN on The Last One ""The Last One is fierce, sexy, and action-packed. It's overflowing with Howzell Hall's signature one-two punch of lush language combined with characters who leap off the page and drag you into their epic world. Clear your calendar, because this is a must-read romantasy, start to finish."" --Amazon Charts bestselling author Jess Lourey on The Last One ""Masterful storytelling with a female protagonist worth rooting for."" --#1 New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Yarros on The Last One ""If you've read anything by Rachel Howzell Hall, you know she does not miss. The Last One is a sexy, thrilling fantasy novel wrapped up in a mystery. I dare you to put it down!"" --Samantha Downing, internationally bestselling author for The Last One This is a fantastic book! I love it even more than the first installment. I'm so glad we got some answers and even new revelations in this story. Kai is just the best; she continues to be my favorite character. I really enjoyed her growth in this book. When reading the last half of the book I was hooked and could not put it down! I definitely recommend it."" ""I LOVE it so much. to finally have answers to the first one was awesome. Ms. Hall seamlessly connects the first book to this one. As the book progressed, I could not put it down. It's brilliant! How she adds the characters in and back in from the first one is awesome. When it got near the end, I was cheering Kaivana on and could not put it down. I highly recommend this book!!!! I can't wait to read it again. 10/10 preorder now!"" ""This is a fantastic book! [...] I was hooked and could not put it down! I definitely recommend it."" ""Truly, I think this was beautifully written, and the plot was SO good. I would absolutely read it again."" ""I highly recommend this book!!!! I can't wait to read it again."" ""This is such a well written sequel to The Last One. [...] I enjoyed it very very very much!"" ""This sequel delivers exactly what I was hoping for and more. [...] If you loved The Last One, The Cruel Dawn is a must-read. It is a story about power, legacy, redemption, and the slow burn of finding your place in a fractured world."" ""I loved this book."" ""The Last One is a poignant and thought-provoking collection of interconnected short stories that explore the impact of war, displacement, and memory across generations."" ""Rachel Hall writes with clarity and sensitivity, capturing both the historical scope and personal struggles of her characters."" ""The writing is understated yet powerful, with vivid imagery and a deep sense of empathy."" ""If you're into romantasy with action, divine intrigue, and a heroine you can root for, this is worth picking up."" ""Monsters, battles, and the atmospheric danger throughout."" ""This book is for those who think they are too much and not enough at the same time. Those who might get lost along their way but always find their way back home. Those who deserve and need a redemption story [...]. The detail and care it took to create this world was like any other."" ""[...] this was probably the best book I've read this year!!"" ""A beautifully packaged romantasy debut that blends mystery, magic, and survival with an engaging heroine at the center. [...] From the very first chapter, her voice hooked me--sharp, sarcastic, and surprisingly vulnerable.""