by Terry Brooks
First published 1982
The Ellcrys, a magical tree that keeps demons at bay, is dying. When a young man named Wil inherits the powerful Elfstones, he's summoned by the legendary Druid Allanon to protect Amberle, an elven girl entrusted with a sacred task. Together, they must undertake a perilous journey to the mysterious Bloodfire, the source of the Ellcrys's power, before the unleashed demons overrun the land. As Wil and Amberle race against time, they must confront their own doubts and fears to save the Elves and all of humanity from the forces of darkness.
Genres: adventure, fantasy, young-adult, epic-fantasy
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, suspenseful
Tropes: chosen-one, found-family
608 pages · Paperback · Del Rey