First published 1993
The Shining Ones follows Sparhawk, a warrior-priest, as he searches for a way to defeat the evil God Azash. Sparhawk's queen has been possessed, and he must uncover an ancient prophecy to save her. With the aid of a ragtag band of allies, Sparhawk embarks on a perilous quest to recover the legendary Bhelliom, a powerful gem that can destroy Azash. But the Bhelliom has been lost for centuries, and Sparhawk must navigate treacherous lands and face formidable foes to reclaim it. In a race against time, he must confront his own doubts and rediscover the lost gods' true power before Azash's corruption consumes the world.
Genres: adventure, fantasy, epic-fantasy, high-fantasy
Vibes: epic, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: chosen-one, found-family
Setting: Bhelliom
Period: Ancient
480 pages · School & Library Binding · Turtleback Books