The Black Elfstone

Synopsis

As peace begins to fray across the Four Lands, an ominous new threat emerges from the far north, wielding a mysterious and powerful magic unknown even to the venerable Druid order. High Druid Kael Elessedil dispatches Dar Leah, the order's sworn guardian, on a diplomatic mission to confront this encroaching force and uncover its dark purpose. Meanwhile, the exiled High Druid Drisker Arc, living in quiet seclusion, finds his tranquility shattered by assassination attempts, forcing him to seek out a murder-for-hire guild to identify his hidden enemy. His path intertwines with Tarsha Kaynin, a young woman gifted with the formidable wishsong, who seeks guidance from Drisker while also pursuing her brother, whose own twisted magic has driven him to madness and a vengeful quest against her. As these disparate heroes face escalating dangers and powerful adversaries, their individual quests become inextricably linked, promising profound consequences that will shape the very future of the Four Lands.

Critical Reception

"Praised for its epic scope, heroic characters, and emotional depth, "The Black Elfstone" is celebrated as a powerful and fresh entry that successfully breathes new life into the beloved Shannara series."

Metadata

ISBN:9780553391497
Pages:332
Age Rating:16+

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