Book 3 of "The Malloreon", the worldwide bestselling fantasy series by one of the godfathers of the tradition. Discover the epic stories that inspired generations of fantasy writers - from Raymond Feist's "The Riftwar Cycle" to George R. R. Martin's "A Game of Thrones". Some forces cannot be fought by human means... Garion's journey becomes ever more fraught with danger. He and his company must use every skill they possess to evade capture. Any delay will be fatal for his beloved son. They have no choice but to pursue the kidnappers wherever they go - even through a land reputed to be ruled by demons. A myth that turns out to be horrifically true...