The Quest for Saint Camber

Synopsis

King Kelson Haldane of Gwynedd embarks on a perilous quest to restore the sainthood of the legendary Camber of Culdi, a revered Deryni whose actions centuries prior had secured the Haldane dynasty. As Kelson, himself a wielder of potent Deryni magic, navigates the treacherous currents of medieval politics and entrenched religious prejudice, rumors of his and his blood-brother Dhugal's demise send shockwaves through the realm. With Kelson presumed dead, an ambitious rival seizes the opportunity, eyeing both the throne and Kelson's intended queen, Rothana, thus unleashing a fresh wave of chaos upon the kingdom. However, Kelson’s 'accidental demise' is far from simple, hinting at a powerful, unseen manipulator pulling strings from the shadows. As the truth slowly unravels, the fate of Gwynedd, the Deryni race, and the very legacy of Camber hang precariously in the balance. Katherine Kurtz masterfully brings her King Kelson trilogy to a climactic close, weaving together threads of magic, faith, and political machinations in this compelling installment of her acclaimed Deryni Chronicles, set in a brilliantly imagined alternate Britain.

Critical Reception

"Widely celebrated as a compelling and intricate conclusion to the King Kelson trilogy, "The Quest for Saint Camber" solidified Katherine Kurtz's reputation as a foundational voice in sophisticated historical fantasy."

Metadata

ISBN:9781504031240
Pages:430
Age Rating:16+

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