The riveting new thriller from Marshall Karp, cocreator and coauthor, with James Patterson, of the #1 New York Times bestselling NYPD Red series A CARTEL KINGPIN WITH ONE LAST DEADLY SCORE TO SETTLE They call him el Carnicero—the Butcher. He is the most powerful drug lord on the planet, and when the city of New York incurs his wrath, he utters a single word: “¡Venganza!” With military precision, he strafes Central Park with 4,000 pounds of cocaine, killing hundreds of innocent people enjoying a summer afternoon. The only NYPD unit trained to go up against this level of terrorism has been disbanded, but four anonymous billionaires retaliate by recruiting a task force of highly decorated retired cops. Armed with cutting-edge technology, former NYPD captain Danny Corcoran leads his team in a pulse-pounding thriller in their battle to stop the enraged head of a Mexican cartel from raining more death on the city.

In a fractured world where ancient empires clash and faith is tested, one young woman holds a dark power that could shatter it all. Trinia can perfectly duplicate herself—a volatile gift her abusive father hungers to control. Born of the hated Airgíd race, she’s on the run, forced to seek help from the very people who despise her, all to stop a looming genocide. Jayden, a rebellious prince, faked his own death to escape destiny. Now, three years later, a string of perilous events pulls him back into the brutal politics he despises, towards a fate he’s desperately tried to outrun. Údar, a man of legend, hides in the Forest of Nex, consumed by bitterness toward Elohai for his wife’s death. But Elohai hasn't forgotten him. Drawn out by a promise of revenge, Údar finds a world transformed, and his calling far from fulfilled. As their paths intertwine across Wintenaeth's sweeping landscapes, filled with terrifying creatures and forgotten lore, they navigate a land perpetually held together by a fragile peace between the Four Kingdoms. Yet, the old Airgíd Empire seeks to rise again, willing to ally even with the Queen of the Banshees to reclaim what they lost. This is a gritty Christian fantasy for young adults that unflinchingly explores faith in the face of unimaginable darkness. As humanity faces its darkest hour, they are forced to confront the profound question: Why does God let bad things happen? The City of Snow & Stars is an epic fantasy for young adults, a dark Christian fantasy that delves into complex teen & young adult social issues like abuse and human trafficking. Perfect for readers who enjoy action-packed, skillfully crafted stories with deep spiritual themes, like Narnia, The Shack, or This Present Darkness. The City of Snow & Stars is Book One in the epic Cities of Wintenaeth Trilogy, and the first step in a sweeping twelve-book saga. Join the journey into Wintenaeth—where faith is forged in fire and hope defies the darkest night.