First published 1987
Garion, a young farmhand, leads a quiet life until a sorcerer recruits him on a dangerous quest. Garion soon discovers he is the prophesied heir to the throne of Riva, a kingdom under threat from the evil god Torak. With the help of a band of loyal companions, Garion must navigate political intrigue, battle fierce monsters, and confront his own destiny to save his kingdom from destruction.
Genres: adventure, fantasy, epic-fantasy, political-thriller, high-fantasy
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: chosen-one, found-family
Setting: Riva
454 pages · Hardcover · Del Rey