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In the world of Shannara, Leofur—daughter of the infamous sorcerer Leofur—shuns her feared lineage. When her partner, Paxon Leah, departs on a perilous quest, Leofur must protect Paxon’s sister. After an abduction, she faces a dilemma: rescue Paxon from a failed mission or enlist the world’s top tracker to pursue her partner’s sister. The novel delivers a fast‑paced adventure that continues the Defender of Shannara series while standing alone.
This title is the third independent Shannara book in the Defenders of Shannara sequence, following "The High Druid’s Blade" and "The Darkling Child." It showcases Brooks’ signature blend of fantasy world‑building and character‑driven plotlines.
Fans of American fantasy and the Shannara saga will find both familiar tropes and fresh twists in Leofur’s journey, offering an engaging narrative for both longtime readers and new enthusiasts.
First publish date: 2016
Genre: Fantasy/Epic Fantasy
Authors: Terry Brooks
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