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Name: Exile’s Song
Rating: 4 (4 reviews)
Author: Marion Zimmer Bradley

Margaret Alton, daughter of Lew Alton—Darkover’s Senator to the Terran Federation—has carried only fleeting, haunting memories of a turbulent childhood on the planet she was born on. When her university appointment takes her back to Darkover, she is forced to confront the secrets she has long avoided. The Red Sun’s light reveals more than just the landscape of her birthplace; it uncovers the veiled and mysterious aspects of her own heritage. Trapped by a destiny far more terrifying than any nightmare, Margaret must navigate the political complexities of Darkover and the psychological challenges of discovering her true identity. This sequel to "The Heritage of Hastur" explores the interplay between personal memory, political intrigue, and the uncanny undercurrents of an alien world.

First publish date: 1996

Genre: Fantasy/Epic Fantasy

Authors: Marion Zimmer Bradley

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