The Lesser Kindred

From the flaps of the Tor first edition: "The Lesser Kindred is the stunning sequel to Elizabeth Kerner's haunting first novel, Song in the Silence, continuing the story of Lanen Kaelar, a young woman who fearlessly embarks on a search for the great dragons of legend, and in her travels discovers not only the reality of the myth but her own true love. Wiser and more fulfilled than she ever though possible, Lanen returns home, with a husband who is more than he seems and a chance at happiness. But shortly after their homecoming that happiness is threatened by the demon-master Berys, who, once having learned of Lanen's existence, is determined to capture this woman he feels is the key to his domination of her homeland. It is not supposed to be this way. Young lovers are entitled to happy endings. That's what all the old tales tell us. But Lanen finds that the best adventures are those that have already been lived through and retold around a warm fire long after the scars of the tale have faded. Happy stories are certainly no match for a mage's wiles, and so Lanen and her man must flee. On their journey the will discover new friends and old enemies, make some startling discoveries... and stumble upon a truth that will change the world. Lanen never claimed to be a heroine, but she will have to become one now. And her actions could spell the salvation of an entire race. But at the cost of all she holds dear."