Archangel's Lineage (Guild Hunter, Book 16) by Nalini Singh

In Nalini Singh's latest installment, Raphael and Elena face unprecedented challenges as their world is rocked by cataclysmic threats. Enjoying a brief respite from conflict, they find themselves confronted by tremors beneath the Refuge, endangering not only the young but the very sanctuary that has sheltered innocents for ages.

Amidst the chaos, Elena's father's sudden heart attack shakes the fragile bonds they've struggled to mend. As grief threatens to consume her, Raphael is abruptly pulled away by the disappearance of an archangel. But the greatest danger lies in the awakening of an ancient Ancestor, heralding a darkness so profound that even the mighty Cadre may be powerless to halt its advance.

As the clock ticks relentlessly towards catastrophe, Raphael and Elena must navigate treacherous waters, confronting personal demons and looming threats that threaten to tear apart their world. With empires teetering on the brink and civilizations hanging in the balance, they must muster all their strength and cunning to confront an enemy unlike any they've faced before.

Filled with suspense, intrigue, and heart-stopping action, Nalini Singh's latest offering delivers a gripping tale of love, loss, and redemption set against the backdrop of a world on the brink of destruction. As the stakes soar ever higher, Raphael and Elena's courage and resilience will be put to the ultimate test in a battle for the very future of their world.