Sword catcher Cassandra Clare

In the vibrant city-state of Castellane, "Sword Catcher" follows the intertwined fates of Kel, the body double of royal heir Prince Conor Aurelian, and Lin Caster, a physician from the magical Ashkar community. When a failed assassination attempt brings them together, they are drawn into the web of the Ragpicker King, the criminal ruler of Castellane's underworld.

As they navigate the dangerous political landscape of Castellane, Kel and Lin uncover a conspiracy that spans from the city's darkest alleys to its highest towers. As secrets unravel and loyalties are tested, they must grapple with questions of betrayal, forbidden love, and the potential for war.

With richly drawn characters and a captivating plot, "Sword Catcher" explores themes of power, corruption, and the consequences of forbidden knowledge. As Kel and Lin's worlds collide, they must confront the choices that will shape the fate of their nation and the world beyond.