The Bastard Prince

In the war-torn medieval realm of Gwynedd, the Haldane line's rule is tenuous, with young King Rhys Michael manipulated by a council of regents and their fanatical church allies. For six years, these forces of evil and repression have systematically crushed the mystical Deryni population, keeping Rhys Michael pliant through wine. However, a formidable challenge arises: Prince Marek, the bastard son of the last Deryni king, Imre, who commands a mighty army. As a Deryni claimant to the throne, Marek rises against the oppressors of his magical race, forcing the regents to rouse Rhys Michael from his stupor to confront the 'interloper.' Unbeknownst to his handlers, the young Haldane monarch is no mere puppet. As his long-dormant arcane powers awaken, Rhys Michael initiates his own clandestine plans to rectify the historical injustices, setting in motion a powerful confrontation that will reshape Gwynedd. This epic tale explores themes of war, faith, magic, and justice, bringing the fourth Deryni trilogy to a stirring conclusion.