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Warlock of the Witch World follows a family where both parents wield powerful magic and their children surpass them in ability. The story centers on Kemoc, one of the triplet brothers, who faces an impossible choice: to save his sister from a dark force intent on harnessing her power, or risk the survival of the remaining white powers that regroup in a distant valley. The narrative explores themes of sacrifice, destiny, and the relentless struggle between opposing magical forces within the legendary Witch World setting.
First publish date: 1967
Genre: Fantasy/Epic Fantasy
Authors: Andre Norton
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