A series debut from the New York Times-bestselling author of East—“a dramatic tale, infused with Irish myth and folklore, that fantasy fans will relish” (Booklist). Collun has always been happiest working in his garden. But his peaceful life is shattered when his sister, Nessa, mysteriously disappears. He sets off to find her and soon realizes that he and his traveling companions, including the feisty young archer Breo-Saight, have become involved in something much larger and more sinister than he had imagined. “There is high adventure in this fantasy set in a mythical kingdom that resembles the British Isles of long ago . . . Fantasy fans will find the tale intriguing and look forward to further adventures in this kingdom.”—School Library Journal “A long, earnest fantasy with a Celtic flavor . . . The monsters are vividly rendered . . . Fantasy readers will enjoy this excursion over rich if well-trodden ground.”—Kirkus Reviews “Nonstop adventure.”—The Book Report “Action-packed . . . Well-crafted . . . Altogether satisfying.”—The Bulletin