An intriguing fantasy in a fascinating world, with characters who catch you up.' -Robert Jordan, New York Times Bestselling author of The Wheel of Time® seriesLerris has settled into being a woodworker and building a life with Krystal. But this newfound peace is endangered when both Candar and Recluce come under the threat of invasion from the Empire of Hamor. Despite the imminent possibility of destruction, the lands of Candar will not unite and Recluce will not heed the peril. Lerris is fa