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Cerryl is born into poverty, growing up under the care of his Aunt and Uncle after his parents are slain by chaotic magic wielded by the wizards of Recluce. From a young age he displays a potent, untamed power of chaos—an ability that both defines his destiny and endangers those around him. As he grapples with the responsibility of his gift, Cerryl embarks on a perilous quest that tests his resolve and forces him to confront the very forces that caused his family’s tragedy. In this sweeping epic fantasy, the stakes rise as the boy battles internal turmoil and external threats, seeking to master chaos magic and protect the world of Recluce.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: Fantasy/Epic Fantasy
Authors: L. E. Modesitt, Jr.
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