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In the fantastical setting of Erna, four unlikely allies—the Priest, the Adept, the Sorcerer, and the Apprentice—are drawn together by destiny to face a powerful demonic fae. This malevolent entity feeds on the minds of mortals, threatening to unravel the very fabric of reality on the planet. The quartet must combine their unique skills and resolve to stand against the encroaching darkness and protect their world.
First publish date: 1991
Genre: Fantasy/Epic Fantasy
Authors: C. S. Friedman
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