Before The Break Of Dawn: The Orb Mongers & The Flood

Book excerpt: Before the Break of Dawn is a collection of stories which take place in the mystical world of Eternal Dawn, the setting of the highly anticipated fantasy novel Dawnbreaker. The Orb Mongers is the story of a pair of thieves who find themselves at a crossroads. Muse Orbs, the objects of their illicit dealings, are becoming increasingly scarce with the passing of each new night. A game of pure luck unveils the location of what could be the only remaining horde in Eternal Dawn. Will Chauncey and Trig's next big score be their last? The Flood tells the tale concerning the final hours of the Last War. The Vagabond Master and his apprentice find themselves in a race against time. They must outrun an ancient evil as they try desperately to complete their final mission and bring light back to Eternal Dawn.