Lois McMaster Bujold - Beguilement

Beguilement: A Tale of Fate and Unlikely Bonds

Fawn Bluefield, a young woman yearning for a life beyond her rural farm, finds herself drawn to the bustling city of Glassforge. But fate has other plans for her. While seeking solace at a roadside inn, she encounters a patrol of Lakewalkers, enigmatic soldier-sorcerers shrouded in mystery and fear. These enigmatic warriors, known for their chilling connection to the supernatural, wield weapons of bone and possess a chilling power over life and death.

Fawn, unaware of the perilous campaign waged by the Lakewalkers against the malevolent "malices," beings that drain life and twist souls, finds herself caught in their deadly struggle. Dag, a seasoned Lakewalker burdened by the weight of his past, becomes embroiled in Fawn's fate when she is captured by a malice. A desperate rescue attempt leads to a shocking twist – Fawn, not Dag, is the one to vanquish the creature, but at a devastating cost.

The consequences of this encounter ripple outwards, binding Fawn and Dag together through an enchanted knife, a mystical link forged in the heat of battle. Now, Fawn, a farm girl thrust into a world of magic and danger, and Dag, a seasoned warrior haunted by his past, must embark on a perilous journey to return the mystical weapon to its rightful place.

Their shared path leads them through treacherous landscapes, testing their resolve and pushing them to their limits. Along the way, they confront prejudice, forge an unlikely partnership, and discover a connection that transcends their initial differences. A story of destiny, danger, and the unexpected bloom of love amidst a world of sorcery, "Beguilement" is a captivating adventure that will enchant readers with its richly imagined world and compelling characters.

Lois McMaster Bujold, a master storyteller known for her intricate plots and complex characters, weaves a tapestry of magic, intrigue, and romance, leaving readers breathless until the very last page.

Wydawnictwo	Harper Collins
tytuł oryginału	Beguilement
ISBN	9780061139079
liczba stron	372
słowa kluczowe	fantasy
kategoria	fantastyka, fantasy, science fiction
język	angielski