Malice

Malice by John Gwynne
The Faithful and the Fallen #1
Even the purest heart can be stained with malice.
Tropes: Chosen One, Ancient Prophecy, Good vs Evil, Coming of Age
 
Young Corban dreams of becoming a warrior. But as prophecies unfold and ancient evils stir, he is thrust into a world of war and betrayal. With the Banished Lands on the brink of chaos, Corban must rise to confront a destiny that could save or doom them all.