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After discovering his people on Chelstra, the realm of sea, Sartan prince Alfred learns that caution is essential even among allies. Trusting only the Patryn Haplo, he confronts political turmoil when Haplo’s lord declares all Sartan enemies. Together, they enter a land where humans, elves, and dwarves coexist peacefully, unaware that Sartan and Patryn will challenge this fragile unity to seize control of the four worlds. Alfred and Haplo realize they face a far older, more formidable foe than their current rivals.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Fantasy/Epic Fantasy
Authors: Margaret Weis
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