First published 1995
Rincewind just wants to avoid trouble. But when a request for a "Great Wizzard" arrives from the distant Counterweight Continent, he's the one sent as emissary. Suddenly Rincewind finds himself at the center of a looming war, with powerful factions vying for control of the Agatean Empire. As the realm teeters on the brink of collapse, Rincewind must confront his own fears and unexpected heroism to prevent a bloodbath. In the end, the world's most reluctant hero may be the only one who can restore order from the chaos.
Genres: fiction, adventure, fantasy, comedy
Vibes: suspenseful, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, reluctant-hero
368 pages · Mass Market Paperback · HarperTorch