First published 2008
Bransen Garibond's search for his lost father leads him to the wild lands of Vanguard, where he's thrust into a desperate war against the brutal Samhaist, Ancient Badden. As Ancient Badden hatches a devastating plan to destroy the warring societies around an Alpinadoran lake, Bransen becomes the only link that can stop the cataclysm. If he fails, all will perish under the shadow of the merciless Samhaists.
Genres: historical-fiction, adventure, fantasy, action
Vibes: atmospheric, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: chosen-one, epic-quest
434 pages · Paperback · Tor Books
Content warnings: violence