Touch of Iron

With it... Prince Bashan could win back his kingdom.
Master Telen Diaz can free himself of the burden from his past.
Owen Smith sees a once-in-a-lifetime chance to gain untold knowledge.

... but for Noraya Smith, the Living Blade will bring nothing but suffering and sorrow.

"Realistic, character-driven fantasy that manages to both sever limbs and warm the heart." - Kirkus Reviews