The Crossroads series is a novel series of high fantasy by Kate Elliott. The story takes place in a land known as the Hundred as well as several neighbouring lands. The story revolves around a large cast of characters who struggle against a growing army that is slowly covering the land with its shadow. The army is led by a mysterious group of people known as Guardians and in particular by a woman. The ultimate goal of the Guardians is yet to be revealed. Source: Wikipedia (en)