Valorian — Mary H. Herbert

Nearly five hundred years before the time of Gabria, V the last remnants of the once great Clans struggle to survive under the cruel heel of the Tarnish Empire and its military governor. Only one man, Valorian, has the vision to dream of freedom and a new life for the Clan. Few are willing to listen.

It is not until he receives a gift from the goddess Amara that he is able to begin his quest. If Valorian can unite his people and escape from the ruthless General Tyrranis, he could find a new destiny for the Clan. But if he fails, the clanspeople will face certain death. . . .