Dawn of Fate and Fire

“Lares makes a triumphant debut with a vivid epic set in an alternate 16th-century colonial Mexico… Interweaving history, mythology, romance, and swashbuckling action, this is a surefire hit.” – Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“An action-filled historical fantasy set in an alternate 16th-century Mexico, featuring Mesoamerican mythology and a unique blend of magic and adventure.” – Library Journal

“A bloody, intriguing bildungsroman with a fascinating plunge into the mythology of Mexico’s original inhabitants.” – Kirkus Reviews

”[A]n exciting adventure with plenty of swordplay and magic, but is also a beautiful love letter to pre-colonialist Mesoamerican cultures.” – Tor.com

“Weaving together narrative strands of identity, colonialism, indigenous belief and self-determination with swashbuckling adventure, Sun of Blood and Ruin introduces a powerful new voice to the genre.” – Grimdark Magazine

Mariely Lares is the Sunday Times bestselling author of Sun of Blood and Ruin, the first in a historical fantasy duology inspired by Mexican history and mythology. She holds a degree in computer science engineering and lives in San Diego, where she can be found doing all the outdoorsy things, rescuing dogs, and writing her next book.