: Emperor Constant of the West prepares his final conquest of the East, while various factions struggle to survive or seize ultimate power.
The story centers on the final months of the , a rare astronomical event that allows the Leviathan Bridge to rise, connecting East and West. David Hair [Moontide Quartet 04] Ascendant's Rite
attempt a desperate retreat across treacherous lands, carrying secrets that could topple the Emperor. Key Themes Ascendant's Rite (Moontide Quartet, #4) - Goodreads : Emperor Constant of the West prepares his