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Peradain, a glittering capital built on steel, spears, and a monopoly of magic, falls in a single, relentless assault by ferocious supernatural creatures. Neither sword nor spell can defeat the devastation. The prince, whose parents were slain by these beasts, becomes the sole hope for his people. He is compelled to journey across ruined kingdoms, crossing battle‑scarred plains and perilous feasts of darkness, in search of a single spell that might restore his homeland’s power and protect his future. The story follows his perilous quest, the weight of vengeance, and the fragile alliance between magic and survival.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Fantasy/Epic Fantasy
Authors: Harry Connolly
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