Gravity of Obedience : Bookpop Media : 9781956918083 : 1956918086 : 30 Oct 2023 : No one serves a god without paying the cost. When his father disappears on a religious pilgrimage, Prince Thane is chosen to ascend a sacred mountain in a desperate attempt to find him, plunging him into a world of spiritual upheaval, divine conspiracies, and the terrifying prospect of a holy war. There, he uncovers a harrowing warning: their god's protection from a sorceress hinges on unthinkable blood sacrifices, with Thane himself poised to be a primary offering. Bound by obedience and the terrifying demands of his god and family, Thane embarks on a journey that will challenge the very foundation of his faith and crown. Racing against time, Thane must navigate the tumultuous world of royal politics and family conflicts to keep his homeland safe. Torn between his love for Cereene, his loyalty to his people, and the moral implications of their religion, Thane stands on the precipice of a decision that