The fourth book in the Chronicles of the Cheysuli continues a tale of magical warriors and shapeshifters as they battle the sorcerers that threaten their existence

Niall, Prince of Homana, key player in a prophecy that spans generations, should have been the treasured link between Cheysuli and Homanan. Yet neither of the peoples he is destined to someday rule feel anything but suspicion of Niall. Homanans fear him for his Cheysuli heritage, while Cheysuli refuse to accept him as their own because he has acquired neither a lir -shape nor the lir companion that is the true mark of the Cheysuli shapechangers.

And now, despite his precarious situation within the kingdom, Niall must undertake a journey to fulfill yet another link in the ancient prophecy. He must travel through war-torn lands to claim his bride—a mission which may prove his doom. For searching for both his destiny and his lir, Niall is about to be plunged into a dangerous maelstrom of intrigue, betrayal, and deadly Ihlini sorcery....

Review

Praise for the Chronicles of the Cheysuli:

“The stuff of which good fantasy is made —dauntless heroes and heroines fighting powers of evil, romance, sorcery—all made credible by the author’s skill.” — Kliatt

“The plot, with unexpected bends, knows where it’s going and keeps reader interest from flagging…. A definite cut above the average sword and sorcery novel.” — Fantasy Review

“Ms. Roberson writes in a beautifully lyrical style , with a perceptive sense of drama that enthralls the reader.” — Romantic Times

“Intricate, detailed, full of sympathetic characters and villains alike.” — S.F. Chronicle

“With every book, the magic of Jennifer Roberson waxes stronger and stronger. Wrought with an epic mysticism and power , the continuing strands of the Cheysuli saga glimmer with the sheen of excellence.” — Rave Reviews

About the Author

Jennifer Roberson is the author of the Sword-Dancer Saga and the Chronicles of the Cheysuli , and collaborated with Melanie Rawn and Kate Elliott on the historical fantasy The Golden Key , a finalist for the World Fantasy Award. She has also published three historical novels, and several in other genres. An exhibitor and breeder of Cardigan Welsh Corgis, she lives on acreage in Northern Arizona with eight dogs and two cats. She is currently working on the third Karavans novel, with prologue available at her website, http://www.cheysuli.com/author/Index.html.