In the vast and ancient realm of Osten Ard, peace is shattered as High King Prester John lies dying. His impending death ignites a dangerous power struggle, allowing the malevolent, undead Storm King, ruler of the elf-like Sithi, to seize an opportunity to reclaim his lost domain. A dark pact with the newly crowned king threatens to engulf the land in war fueled by ancient sorcery. Recognizing the dire consequences, the king's younger brother aligns with the secretive League of the Scroll, a scattered group of scholars dedicated to preserving knowledge and confronting the looming darkness. Unbeknownst to him, Simon, a young scullery boy from the royal castle, finds himself unwittingly apprenticed to a member of this League. Propelled by fate and dangerous magic, Simon is thrust into a perilous quest to uncover the secret of long-lost swords of power – the only hope for salvation. He must leave his familiar world behind and face enemies more terrifying than Osten Ard has ever known, as the very land begins to succumb to a creeping blight.
Critical Reception
"Often cited as a groundbreaking work, 'The Dragonbone Chair' is widely recognized for inspiring a generation of modern fantasy writers, solidifying its place as one of the great epic fantasies of all time."