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The House of the Stag opens in a remote valley where the Yendri lead a tranquil, pastoral existence. The arrival of the Riders marks a turning point. Gard, once taken as a slave by powerful mages, devises subtle ways to gain his freedom. Through perseverance and cunning, he rises to become lord and commander of a formidable demon army. The story weaves themes of slavery, magic, revenge, and the complex relationship between father and child.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Fantasy/Epic Fantasy
Authors: Kage Baker
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