'That first step into murky water is always the most difficult,' Tarak began many years ago, under the shade of the mountains surrounding the Narsano peaks. 'You may never know what predators may lurk in the shadow-what amount of blood must be drawn in the name of survival. Press on and the water will only grow more turbulent.The reign of war continues in the second installment of the Isinda series, Sting of the Sapphire Blade.As Zano's quest to bring peace to Isinda continues, can old alliances persevere? The past and present will collide as Zano must answer the questions that will determine his future-and the fate of Isinda.Rhett Bruno shows, not tells, an amazing mythic journey that finds its roots in the modern hero quests we all grew to love. Bruno is a young author, but that youth invigorates the sometimes formulaic genre of fantasy.You owe yourself a peek into the future of story - buy this today.D.M. ArneyAuthor: The Xanatos SeriesThe travels that Rhett depicts of Zano as he continues his quest for peace, both in his past and present, can be so easily envisioned by the reader that they will lose themselves for hours at a time in the wonders of the world Rhett has masterfully created.Carter O'LearyPlainview, New YorkBruno's writing has yet again entranced me in the world of Isinda. His masterful description of each scene really allows the reader to feel as if they are side-by-side with the characters. Sting of the Sapphire Blade has even greater peaked my interest in the Isinda Series, and truly increased my desire to know how Zano's epic journey will come to an end!Tim GoonanAlbany, New York