For a decade Darrow led a revolution against the corrupt colour-coded Society. Now, outlawed by the Republic he founded, he wages war on Mercury. But as he leaves death and destruction in his wake, is he still a hero? Or will another legend rise? Lysander au Lune has returned. He must overcome or unite the treacherous Gold families of the Core and face down Darrow. But theirs are not the only fates hanging in the balance. On Luna, Mustang, Sovereign of the Republic, campaigns to unite the Republic. Beset by enemies, can she outwit her opponents? Once a Red refugee, Lyria now stands accused of treason, and her only hope is escape. Abducted by a new threat to the Republic, Pax and Electra must trust in a thief for salvation - and Ephraim must look to them for his chance at redemption. The thrilling sequel to Iron Gold.