First published 1994
When a brutal murder forces Richard Cypher to flee, he finds himself drawn into a deadly power struggle. Teaming up with a mysterious woman named Kahlan, Richard must navigate a world of magic, deception, and mortal peril to stop the relentless march of the tyrant Darken Rahl. In a race against time, Richard will uncover long-buried secrets and confront his own destiny as the future of the Midlands hangs in the balance.
Genres: adventure, fantasy, epic-fantasy, high-fantasy
Vibes: atmospheric, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: chosen-one, found-family
Setting: D'Haran Empire, The Midlands, The Westland
592 pages · Paperback