The Summer Tree

Guy Gavriel Kay's seminal fantasy novel, "The Summer Tree," plunges five ordinary university students from modern Toronto into the ancient, mythical realm of Fionavar. Summoned by the enigmatic mage Loren Silvercloak, Dave, Kim, Paul, Jennifer, and Kevin discover a world where gods and legends are real, and an epic struggle between light and darkness is about to engulf everything. Fionavar, a land steeped in profound magic and a deep connection to all creation, stands on the precipice of an eternal winter, threatened by the reawakened malevolent god Rakoth Maugrim. Each of the newcomers must confront their deepest fears, uncover their latent strengths, and grapple with a destiny intertwined with Fionavar's fate. As they navigate a landscape both breathtakingly beautiful and terrifyingly dangerous, they are forced to make immense sacrifices and stand against an encroaching evil, shaping not only the future of Fionavar but also the very core of their own identities. This rich tapestry of myth and heroism marks the compelling beginning of a classic epic fantasy.