The Edge of the Blade

The Edge of the Blade is a heart-stopping dagger to the throat romantasy, perfect for fans of the high-stakes tension in Mai Corland’s The Broken Blades trilogy.

‘One winner; one loser. Freedom or death.’

The two deadliest assassins in Edara haven’t spoken since they ended their ill-fated relationship five years ago.

Marcof holds the top spot in the assassin rankings, but the years of sacrifice have taken a toll on his body. Meanwhile, Armari has spent years living in his shadow, waiting for her chance to overtake him.

Tensions rise when they are reunited, along with two other highly-ranked assassins, and given a near-impossible mission: to drug the king of a distant land. The one who succeeds, and survives, will receive the prize all assassins crave: their freedom.

But despite the sky-high stakes, neither Marcof nor Armari can deny the spark that still burns bright between them. As they fight for their freedom—and with it, their lives—the two assassins will have to decide if taking a last chance at love is worth the risk.

Action-packed and slightly spicy, this witty page turner is a debut to remember.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs