Heart of Cold Iron

In a world suffocating under ash and iron, Aerin discovers a secret buried in his bloodline-a force older than kingdoms, colder than death. The Heart of Cold Iron is not a weapon, but a living power that chooses its vessel. When the Iron King awakens the ancient seal and seeks to claim the Heart for himself, Aerin must decide whether to become the very force the world fears or to destroy it before it destroys everyone.
Joined by the mysterious sorceress Liora, Aerin embarks on a dangerous journey into the depths of the mountain Kharaz, where the Heart waits. Along the way, he confronts betrayal, discovers his mother's hidden legacy, and faces a truth that challenges everything he believed. As the Iron King closes in, Aerin must learn to control the cold power within him or risk becoming the monster he was born to defeat.
Heart of Cold Iron is a dark epic fantasy filled with magic, rebellion, and a battle for destiny. It is a story about choice, sacrifice, and the strength to become more than what fate demands.