Dawnthief

Dawnthief - James Barclay Great start to a series, introducing The Raven, a group of mercenaries with their own code.
Under threat from the Wytch Lords, the only hope for the world is Dawnthief, a spell which could end the world as well as save it.
Various factions of wizards are trying to obtain it for themselves, and it's up to The Raven to protect the one person who can cast it with any hope of success.

Good action and characterisation, a definite end and a good lead into the next book.