Fantasy

The Swordbearer

by Glen Cook
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Description

A young boy's dreams of glory and war turn into a bitter nightmare as his father's kingdom is overrun by an invading army. Lost and alone in the woods, he finds an ancient sword that promises him the ability to claim his vengeance. As he begins to take that vengeance, he comes to realize the price that the sword will demand of him. Enemies soon become allies and strange bedfellows abound as the prophesies of an age swirl into chaos.

What it’s like

ViolenceGraphic
CombatWar-Torn
HorrorCreepy
SpiceWholesome/Clean
ProfanityNone

Details

First published
1982
Pages
240
Reading time
About 5 hours
Format
Novel
Publisher
Night Shade Books
Language
English
ISBN
9781597800778
Series
Standalone

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