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Former Chicago lawyer Ben Holiday has become the High Lord of the Magic Kingdom of Landover, a realm where magic and heritage intertwine. His daughter Mistaya is born from a blend of royal blood, fairy mists, and Landover soils, growing rapidly with extraordinary abilities. Holiday's peaceful reign is threatened when Rydall, king of lands beyond the fairy mist, demands a duel. Rydall will send seven champions in different forms to test Holiday; if Ben triumphs, Rydall will relinquish his claims to Landover. The High Lord faces the challenge in order to protect his daughter and the kingdom he loves.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Fantasy/Epic Fantasy
Authors: Terry Brooks
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