Kirjahaku

An epic novel about a young hero's journey from his remote village to a harsh world where he will spar thieves, face assassins, and battle imperial guards in his quest to rescue his mother from dark forces.Darius is fourteen when his world is turned upside down. The peace of a cool autumn afternoon is broken, as barbarians invade his remote village. The raiders capture or kill everyone, leaving only Darius behind. Alone and afraid, he resolves to do what he can to save his mother. The road north is fraught with danger and tragedy. Darius will soon find that if he is going to be successful, he must have allies. Darius's journey takes him years and hundreds of miles across unfamiliar land. He endures struggles, forms unbelievable friendships, and discovers that there may be more sinister forces at work than just a random marauder raid on a small fishing village.The perfect gift for young adults and fantasy readers of all ages.

An epic novel about a young hero's journey from his remote village to a harsh world where he will spar thieves, face assassins, and battle imperial guards in his quest to rescue his mother from dark forces.Darius is fourteen when his world is turned upside down. The peace of a cool autumn afternoon is broken, as barbarians invade his remote village. The raiders capture or kill everyone, leaving only Darius behind. Alone and afraid, he resolves to do what he can to save his mother. The road north is fraught with danger and tragedy. Darius will soon find that if he is going to be successful, he must have allies. Darius's journey takes him years and hundreds of miles across unfamiliar land. He endures struggles, forms unbelievable friendships, and discovers that there may be more sinister forces at work than just a random marauder raid on a small fishing village.The perfect gift for young adults and fantasy readers of all ages.

The Shadow Crown has rescued Darius from the clutches of the empire. Is it an act of mercy or do they have further plans for him? Ullani barely escaped capture, but she has lost her escort. Now she is left to cross the Ziyandi Desert alone. Can she get the invaluable Reliquary of Chung Oku Mai to Kasha Haaki on her own? Emperor Lao has captured the province of Shalanum, and his troops surround the fabled city of Kasha Marka. Will Magora fall next? Can the tide of imperial domination be stopped? Chungoku is once again shattered by civil war. New factions and new heroes emerge. The fate of the once great empire hangs in the balance as do the destinies of Darius, Ullani, and Emperor Lao. Which crown shall rise to determine the future of the nation?