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On a world where ancient remnants of magic—called malices—can erupt with lethal force, only the Lakewalkers, a class of soldier‑sorcerers, have mastered the skill to kill them. Dag Redwing Hickory, a patroller of the Lakewalkers, rescues a humble farmer’s daughter, Fawn Bluefield, and the two find themselves drawn together in love. Their relationship challenges the strict divisions between Lakewalkers and farmers, prompting them to seek new solutions to the dangerous divide that separates their peoples. As they navigate secrets, loyalty, and the looming threat of malices, Dag and Fawn must navigate both personal and societal changes to protect their world.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Fantasy/Epic Fantasy
Authors: Lois McMaster Bujold
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