First published 1988
Garion, a young farmhand, discovers he is the prophesied sorcerer destined to confront the evil demon king Torak. Whisked away from his idyllic life, Garion joins a band of heroic warriors on a perilous quest across the kingdom of Mallorea. As Torak's dark forces close in, Garion must harness his burgeoning powers to vanquish the demon king and restore peace to the land. With courage, wit, and the guidance of his wise mentors, Garion faces his destiny head-on, fighting to protect all he holds dear.
Genres: adventure, fantasy, epic-fantasy, high-fantasy
Vibes: epic, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: chosen-one, found-family
Setting: Mallorea
454 pages · Hardcover · Del Rey