by Garth Nix
First published 2005
Nicholas Sayre can't escape the pull of the Old Kingdom. Separated by an impenetrable wall from the magical realm that once consumed his life, he risks everything to return. Visions of his former companions drive him forward, but crossing between worlds isn't simple—dark supernatural forces watch his every move. Political intrigue and ancient magic conspire to block his path, turning his own emerging abilities into potential weapons against him. Nicholas must navigate a treacherous landscape where his desire to reconnect could trigger catastrophic consequences.
Genres: fiction, adventure, fantasy, magic
Vibes: atmospheric, dark, emotional, suspenseful
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, portal-fantasy, supernatural-abilities
Setting: Old Kingdom, Wall
305 pages · Hardcover · HarperCollins