Son of the Black Sword

I'm so happy I read this despite the absolute horrendous cover. This may end up one of my favorite series of all time if the next books continue to get better. The world building and the lore is spectacular and I really enjoyed the action scenes. I have absolutely no negative comments on this book. It's just perfect.

Ashock is a Protector meaning he's basically a badass Cop. He makes sure that the law is followed and he is incredibly brain washed to the point that he thinks that the lower class aren't even people because the law says so. You can kill the Classless for any reason because it is legal. He also will kill Demons that have come to the land because the law states that Demons are for the water and humans for the land. He carries a magical sword that chose him and holds the instincts of the wielders before him.

He lives in an Oligarchy government of sorts. Ashock later realizes that the ruling class adjusts the laws and religion to fit their needs. There is a growing upheaval from the classless and Ashock must choose a side and faces death regardless.