The Rose and the Thorn (The Riyria Chronicles Book 2)

Two thieves seek answers, and Riyria's legend begins.

Royce Melborn cannot forget Gwen DeLancy, the woman who once saved him and Hadrian Blackwater. After a year, Royce returns to Medford with Hadrian, but Gwen is unwilling to see them.

Gwen, abused by a powerful noble, fears Royce will seek revenge, jeopardizing them all. Trying to protect Royce and Hadrian, she pushes them away.

She underestimates what they are capable of, a discovery she is about to make.