Part of Earthsea Cycle, book 3
First published 2004
Magic is draining from Earthsea. Wizards forget their spells, and darkness spreads across the archipelago. Ged, now Archmage and master of dragons, must discover what force is stealing power from his world. He sets sail with Arren, a young prince whose noble blood may hold significance for the quest ahead. Their voyage takes them through distant waters to places beyond the land of the dead itself. Together they must confront whatever evil is bleeding magic from their realm. Ged faces his greatest challenge as Archmage, while Arren discovers his own destiny in this struggle between light and shadow. The fate of all Earthsea hangs in the balance as they venture into territories no living person should enter. Their journey will test not only their courage but their understanding of what magic truly means.
Genres: adventure, fantasy, magic, epic-fantasy
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, thought-provoking
Tropes: chosen-one, epic-journey, found-family
Setting: Earthsea, Land of the Dead
Period: Medieval
259 pages · Paperback · Gallery Books