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New Word Bearers novel Zardu Layak: The Crimson Apostle announced

A new novel following the destined ascension of a devout Word Bearers heretic comes to Black Library in Zardu Layak: The Crimson Apostle by Rich McCormick, author of Renegades: Lord of Excess.

When a Space Marine receives visions of their Primarch in their dreams, who can doubt that they are destined for greatness? Zardu Layak is one such warrior, granted the knowledge that he will be instrumental in a grand ritual that will change the galaxy forever. But one problem bars his road to glory – he is not ready for the mantle he will wear.  

First, he must travel to a forgotten world and retrieve a weapon that will give him the strength he requires – the malign Anakatis Blades. But ghosts plague the surface of Helwain, and the spectres of Zardu’s past weakness cloak him in doubt. Do they reveal the truth? Or is the truth itself simply another lie?

This new novel will be released in all of the regular editions you know and love, including digital eBook and audiobook versions on the new Black Library app. We’ll have more news of a release date here at Warhammer Community soon.