First published 1986
Pug's life changes when the sorcerer's apprentice, a position he never sought, is thrust upon him. As the rift between his world and another opens, Pug is swept up in a great conflict, his hidden magical abilities drawing the attention of both sides. Captured and imprisoned, Pug must navigate treacherous alliances and uncover the secrets of his own powers to save his kingdom from annihilation.
Genres: adventure, coming-of-age, fantasy, epic-fantasy
Vibes: emotional, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: chosen-one, fish-out-of-water
Period: Midkemia
323 pages · Mass Market Paperback · Bantam Spectra