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In a story of romance and destiny, a steadfast minstrel named Felicity narrates the ill-fated love between the stubborn, indulgent Princess Caution and Lostler, a stableboy who once served as a Chalcedean slave. Lostler’s bond with a piebald horse, bound to him by the magic of Wit, grants him the rare ability to communicate with animals. Felicity’s unwavering commitment to truth frames the narrative, adding a lyrical depth to this tale of love, magic, and loyalty.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Speculative Fiction/Speculative Fiction
Authors: Robin Hobb
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