Best Selling Books by Terry Goodkind

*io9''s New Sci-Fi and Fantasy Books You Need to Put On Your Radar Set in the world of the Sword of Truth saga, the ramifications of New York Times bestseller Terry Goodkind''s Shroud of Eternity extend throughout all of the Old World as familiar allies, dangerous magic, and creatures created by twisted sorcery all work at cross purposes to either save or destroy Ildakar in Siege of Stone The Sorceress Nicci, the Wizard Nathan Rahl, and the young swordsman Bannon remain in the legendary city of Ildakar after a great internal revolt has freed the slaves and brought down the powerful wizards council. But as he fled the city, capricious Wizard Commander Maxim dissolved the petrification spell that had turned to stone the invading army of General Utros fifteen centuries earlier. Now, hundreds of thousands of half-stone soldiers from the ancient past have awakened, led by one of the greatest enemy commanders in history. Nicci, Nathan, and Bannon have to help Ildakar survive this unbreakable siege, using all the magical defenses of the legendary city. Even as General Utros holds Ildakar hostage and also unleashes his incredible army on the unsuspecting Old World, an equally powerful threat arises out in the sea. Nicci knows the battle won’t remain in the city; if she can’t stop this threat, two invincible armies can sweep across the Old World and destroy D’Hara itself. The Nicci Chronicles 1. Death''s Mistress 2. Shroud of Eternity 3. Siege of Stone

Hannis Arc, working on the tapestry of lines linking constellations of elements that constituted the language of Creation recorded on the ancient Cerulean scroll spread out among the clutter on his desk, was not surprised to see the seven etherial forms billow into the room like acrid smoke driven on a breath of bitter breeze. Like an otherworldly collection of spectral shapes seemingly carried on random eddies of air, they wandered in a loose clutch among the still and silent mounted bears and beasts rising up on their stands, the small forest of stone pedestals holding massive books of recorded prophecy, and the evenly spaced display cases of oddities, their glass reflecting the firelight from the massive hearth at the side of the room. Since the seven rarely used doors, the shutters on the windows down on the ground level several stories below stood open as a fearless show of invitation. Though they frequently chose to use windows, they didn’t actually need the windows any more than they needed the doors. They could seep through any opening, any crack, like vapor rising in the early morning from the stretches of stagnant water that lay in dark swaths through the peat barrens. The open shutters were meant to be a declaration for all to see, including the seven, that Hannis Arc feared nothing. #1 New York Times-bestselling author Terry Goodkind returns to the lives of Richard Rahl and Kahlan Amnell—in a compelling tale of a new and sinister threat to their world.

Richard must follow a vision that will mean turning his back on the people of the new world when they need him most and taking Kahlan away from the protection of the D¿Haran armies as they face the hordes of Emperor Jagang.

The dramatic conclusion to Terry Goodkind''s New York Times bestselling Nicci Chronicles. As Richard Rahl''s emissaries to the Old World, sorceress Nicci and her companions have travelled far into uncharted territories, battling tyrants, monsters and strange magics. Now in the wake of a brutal war unleashed around the once-shrouded city of Ildakar, they must face a terrible new threat posed by an old foe. The Norukai, barbarian raiders and slavers, have been gathering an immense fleet among the inhospitably rocky islands that make up their home. With numbers greater than anyone could have imagined, the Norukai are poised to launch their final and most deadly war. As foretold by the witch-woman Red, the fate of the world rests on Nicci''s shoulders in the dramatic conclusion to Terry Goodkind''s New York Times bestselling Nicci Chronicles.

With brand-new art and handsome new packaging, the fifth book in Terry Goodkind''s fabulously popular Sword of Truth series is now available in a new trade paperback edition, Soul of the Fire...

In the time before the Confessors, when the world is a dark and dangerous place, where treason and treachery are the rule of the day, comes one heroic woman--Magda Searus--who has just lost her husband and her way in life.

#1 New York Times bestselling author Terry Goodkind reinvents the thriller with a provocative, page-turning walk among evil. Kate Bishop thought she was an ordinary woman living and working in Chicago. But when she unexpectedly finds herself in the middle of a police investigation into a brutal murder, Kate makes a shocking discovery: she has the ability to identify killers just by looking into their eyes. Trying to grasp the implications of this revelation, Kate is drawn deep into a world of terror. She is tracked down by Jack Raines, a mysterious author with shadowy connections to those who share her ability. He tells Kate that her unique vision also makes her a target, and only he can help her. Now, hot on Jack and Kate’s heels are a force of super-predators, vicious and bloodthirsty killers who will stop at nothing until Kate is dead. But even as she fights for her life, Kate still isn’t sure if Jack is really her salvation, or another killer coming to slaughter her. An explosive mix of action and suspense, Nest is a landmark new novel from worldwide bestselling author Terry Goodkind, and a complete reinvention of the contemporary thriller. Travel with Goodkind on a dangerous journey to the back alleys of the darknet, to the darkest corners of our minds, and to the very origins of what it is to be human.

When a star shift brings the monster realm closer, it gives them the power to cross between worlds.

Richard Rahl and Kahlan Amnell confront an apocalyptic nightmare in this irresistibly tense, utterly terrifying, near-thousand-page return to Terry Goodkind''s 26-million-copy bestselling Sword of Truth world. The insatiable hunger of the Golden Goddess... The irresistible power of a Witch''s Oath... A fracture in the world of life... An opening in the world of death... Richard Rahl and Kahlan Amnell face the perfect storm. The Children of D''Hara picks up immediately after the conclusion of the Sword of Truth series in one breathtakingly compelling, powerful, blockbuster novel. Previously published in five parts: The Scribbly Man, Hateful Things, Wasteland, Witch''s Oath, Into Darkness.

In a spin-off from the Sword of Truth series comes the second book of The Nicci Chronicles, where new alliances are forged and old enemies return. Sister of the Light, Sister of the Dark. The Slave Queen, Death''s Mistress. The formidable sorceress Nicci has gone by many names and faced many challenges. After driving ruthless Norukai slavers out of Renda Bay, Nicci and her companions - the newly powerless Nathan and the youthful Bannon - continue their perilous journey into unchartled lands. Guided by the witch-woman Red''s mysterious prophecy, the trio makes their way south of Kol Adair towards a wondrous city shrouded behind time, Ildakar. But the grotesque omens on their path to Nathan''s salvation - severed Norukai heads on pikes, a monster born of new dark arts, and a petrified army of half a million - are just a taste of the unimaginable horrors that await within the Shroud of Eternity.

In his newest heart-pounding suspense novel, #1 New York Times bestselling author Terry Goodkind introduces the world to his most unforgettable and deadly character yet. Angela Constantine is a girl born broken. When Angela was young, before she came to realize she had a rare ability, she was a rather ordinary girl. At least, that was what everyone said. But Angela is anything but ordinary. The daughter of a meth addict, she is convinced she was born a freak. Haunted by an abusive childhood, she was forced to become a woman far too soon. And in the process, she became more. Angela Constantine has a secret life. Angela juggles multiple jobs to live a secluded life in a cabin in the mountains. But she also lives a secret life, right under everyone’s noses. Because her family’s bloodline carries the ability to recognize killers, she adopts a solitary, violent existence in service of her own, personal mission in life. When Angela unexpectedly finds herself the prey of a group of international terrorists, she is the only one who knows the truth of what they are about to do. She might look like an unlikely hero. She might also be our only hope. Angela Constantine is . . .The Girl in the Moon.

“A dream team . . . Legends is the rarest of the rare—an entire collection of original short novels by top fantasy writers.” —USA Today Acclaimed writer and editor Robert Silverberg gathered eleven of the finest writers in fantasy to contribute to this collection of short novels. Each of the writers was asked to write a new story based on one of his or her most famous series: from Stephen King’s opening piece set in his popular Gunslinger universe to Robert Jordan’s early look at his famed Wheel of Time saga, these stories are exceptionally well written and universally well told. Features short stories set in the worlds of . . . Stephen King’s The Dark Tower Terry Pratchett’s Discworld Terry Goodkind’s Sword of Truth Orson Scott Card’s Tales of Alvin Maker Robert Silverberg’s Majipoor Ursula K. Le Guin’s Earthsea Tad Williams’s Memory, Sorrow and Thorn George R. R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire Anne McCaffrey’s Pern Raymond E. Feist’s Riftwar Saga Robert Jordan’s Wheel of Time “There’s enough color, vitality and bravura displays of mythmaking in this rich sampler to sate faithful fans and nurture new readers on the stuff of legends still being created.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review “What is so noteworthy about this collection is the fact that all the selections are first rate.” —Booklist “An enjoyable sampler of the best high fantasy available today.” —San Francisco Chronicle

''Tell her I am called Fuer Grissa Ost Drauka – The Bringer of Death – and I am coming for her'' The insatiable hunger of Golden Goddess... The irresistible power of a Witch''s Oath... A fracture in the world of life... An opening in the world of death... To confront an apocalyptic nightmare, Richard Rahl must step... INTO DARKNESS. Into Darkness is the fifth episode – a blockbusting 688 pages – in Terry Goodkind''s irresistibly intense new serial novel, The Children of D''Hara. ''I want to introduce everyone to THE CHILDREN OF D''HARA, a new series that continues the story of the lives of Richard and Kahlan. This is a journey that began 25 years ago with the 1994 release of WIZARD''S FIRST RULE, when Richard first met Kahlan that fateful day in the Hartland woods. After the ''The Sword of Truth'' series ended, I knew there was more to Richard and Kahlan''s story. Much more. A whole world more. For years, readers have asked me about Richard and Kahlan''s lives after the Sword of Truth series . . . and importantly, about their children. While my masterwork, ''The Sword of Truth'', concluded with WARHEART – 20 languages and 26 million books sold – I was burning to tell readers more about Richard and Kahlan. For that reason, this new series starts immediately after the ''Sword of Truth'' books ended. Without skipping a beat, readers will plunge back into Richard and Kahlan''s lives, with new episodes releasing every three months. So it is that I want to welcome you all back into the Sword of Truth world with many of the characters besides Richard and Kahlan, such as the Mord-Sith, that we have come to love. Learn what the star shift has done to their world and what monsters now lurk in shadows. I promise an arresting, beautiful, and sometimes tragic adventure that will keep you glued to this irresistible story.'' -Terry Goodkind.

This discounted Richard and Kahlan ebundle includes: The Omen Machine, The Third Kingdom, Severed Souls, Warheart “A tour de force of mesmerizing story-telling.” —RT BookReviews The Omen Machine An accident leads to the discovery of a mysterious machine that has rested hidden deep underground for millennia. The machine awakens to begin issuing a series of increasingly alarming omens, which turn out to be astonishingly accurate, and ominous. As Zedd tries to figure out how to destroy the sinister device, the machine issues a cataclysmic omen involving Richard and Kahlan, foretelling an impending event beyond anyone''s ability to stop. The Third Kingdom Infected with the essence of death itself, robbed of his power as a war wizard, Richard must uncover and stop the growing infernal conspiracy. His allies are captives, and Kahlan, also touched by death''s power, will die completely if Richard fails. Bereft of magic, Richard has his sword, his wits, his capacity for insight—and an extraordinary companion, Samantha, a healer just coming into her powers. Severed Souls From the far reaches of the D''Haran Empire, Bishop Hannis Arc and the ancient Emperor Sulachan lead a vast horde of Shun-Tuk and other depraved "half-people" into the Empire''s heart, raising an army of the dead in order to threaten the world of the living. Rahl and Kahlan Amnell must defend themselves and their followers from a series of terrifying threats, despite a magical sickness that depletes their strength and which, if not cured, will take their lives... Warheart All is lost. Evil will soon consume the D''Haran Empire. Richard Rahl lies on his funeral bier. It is the end of everything. Except what isn''t lost is Kahlan Amnell. Following an inner prompting beyond all reason, the last Confessor will wager everything on a final desperate gambit, and in so doing, she will change the world forever. Other Tor Books by Terry Goodkind The Sword of Truth Wizard’s First Rule Stone of Tears Blood of the Fold Temple of the Winds Soul of the Fire Faith of the Fallen The Pillars of Creation Naked Empire Debt of Bones Chainfire Phantom Confessor At the Publisher''s request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

Richard knew that there would be no help coming. It was all up to him to stop the threat or Kahlan would die. They all would die. Nine companions – Richard, Kahlan, the witch woman Shale and six Mord-Sith, Rikka, Vale, Cassia, Nyda, Berdine and Vika – are hunting a warlock in the waterlogged depths of the People''s Palace. It will take all their skills to close on their quarry, but do any of them understand the true power of a Witch''s Oath? Witch''s Oath is the fourth episode in Terry Goodkind''s new serial novel, The Children of D''Hara. Told in irresistibly intense instalments, this is the story of a world confronted by an apocalyptic nightmare. ''I want to introduce everyone to THE CHILDREN OF D''HARA, a new series that continues the story of the lives of Richard and Kahlan. This is a journey that began 25 years ago with the 1994 release of WIZARD''S FIRST RULE, when Richard first met Kahlan that fateful day in the Hartland woods. After the Sword of Truth series ended, I knew there was more to Richard and Kahlan''s story. Much more. A whole world more. For years, readers have asked me about Richard and Kahlan''s lives after the Sword of Truth series... and importantly, about their children. While my masterwork, Sword of Truth, concluded with WARHEART – 20 languages and 26 million books sold – I was burning to tell readers more about Richard and Kahlan. For that reason, this new series starts immediately after the ''Sword of Truth'' books ended. Without skipping a beat, readers will plunge back into Richard and Kahlan''s lives, with new episodes releasing every three months. So it is that I want to welcome you all back into the Sword of Truth world with many of the characters besides Richard and Kahlan, such as the Mord-Sith, that we have come to love. Learn what the star shift has done to their world and what monsters now lurk in shadows. I promise an arresting, beautiful, and sometimes tragic adventure that will keep you glued to this irresistible story.'' – Terry Goodkind.

Sorgenkind: Die junge Frau liegt nackt und bestialisch zugerichtet im Schnee, als Angela Constantine sie findet. Ein Wolf stillt seinen Hunger an der Leiche. Doch einige der Bissspuren sind menschlichen Ursprungs! Angela, die selbst ein dunkles Geheimnis hütet, gerät ins Visier eines brutalen Serienmörders - und trifft auf einen mysteriösen, blinden Prediger ... Die verrückte Wanda: Wanda handelt lieber, bevor sie nachdenkt - und so läuft die Affäre mit einem verheirateten Mann völlig aus dem Ruder. Als Wanda in einem blutigen Amoklauf durchdreht, versucht Angela ihre Freundin aufzuhalten. Zwei packende kurze Thriller von Bestsellerautor Terry Goodkind über Rache und Gerechtigkeit aus der Welt von Teufelsnest. Ein spannungsgeladener Auftakt für Mädchen vom Mond, Goodkinds nächstem Roman mit Angela Constantine. Nelson DeMille: »Rasant, fesselnd und beängstigend!« Dean Koontz: »Goodkind schreibt Spannungsliteratur mit einem fantastischen Einschlag - ein echter Page-Turner!« Terry Goodkind wurde 1948 in Nebraska geboren und veröffentlichte 1994 seinen ersten Roman, Wizard''s First Rule, der den Auftakt zu der beeindruckenden Fantasy-Saga The Sword of Truth bildet. Über die Jahre schrieb er mehr als 20 weitere Romane, die seine fantastische Welt erweiterten, die auch als Serie Legend of the Seeker verfilmt wurde. Neben seinem Fantasy-Epos schrieb Goodkind auch Romane anderen Genres: Zu seinen letzten veröffentlichten Werken gehören die übernatürlich angehauchten Thriller um Jack Raines und Angela Constantine. Terry Goodkind lebte einen großen Teil seines Lebens in Neuengland in Maine, war leidenschaftlicher Rennfahrer und verstarb im September 2020.

En su búsqueda de Kahlan, Richard viaja a las Fuentes de Agaden para pedir ayuda a la bruja Shota. Pero la información que obtiene resulta tan enigmática que no parece que vaya a serle de ninguna utilidad. Y el precio que ha de pagar por ella es muy alto. Desesperado, con Zedd, ann y Nathan insiténdole para que se reúna con el ejército y se enfrente a Jagang en lo que podía ser la batalla definitiva, Richard está a punto de abandonar. En un último intento desesperado por averiguar la verdad, Richard huye del Alcázar del Hechicero en busca de respuestas a la enigmática información que le dio Shota. ¿Qué es la Cadena de Fuego? ¿Qué es la Profunda Nada? Qué simboliza la víbora con cuatro cabezas?

Jagang, el Emperador, también conocido como el Caminante de los Sueños, ha conseguido sojuzgar a las Hermanas de las Tinieblas y juntos traman el fin de Richard Dahl, el elegido que esgrime la Espada de la Verdad y que es la única persona capaz de impedir que la oscuridad se apodere del mundo conocido. Porque la última intención de Jagang es lanzar al mundo a lo que se conoce como el Gran Vacío, un lugar en el espacio y el tiempo donde la magia ya no existe y donde él podrá ser tirano absoluto sobre los seres vivos.

Richard Cypher vivait paisiblement dans la forêt de Hartland jusqu''à ce qu''il sauve cette belle inconnue des griffes de ses poursuivants. Elle ne consent à lui dire que son nom, Kahlan, mais dès le premier regard il sait qu''il ne pourra plus jamais la quitter. Il la conduit à son ami Zedd sans se douter que celui-ci est le grand sorcier que cherchait la jeune femme. Car un tyran sanguinaire du nom de Darken Rahl s''est emparé des Contrées du Milieu. L''heure est venue pour Richard de recevoir la légendaire Épée de Vérité qui lui donne le terrible pouvoir de rendre justice. Une arme à double tranchant qui lui fera éprouver la souffrance de tous ceux qu''il tuera... Ainsi commence une extraordinaire quête à travers les ténèbres. Au nom de l''amour. À n''importe quel prix. L''un des plus grands cycles de la Fantasy mondiale, traduit en vingt langues et vendu à plus de 26 millions d''exemplaires. « Ce qu''on a fait de mieux en matière de Fantasy épique. » Publishers Weekly « Ces romans vont tout balayer sur leur passage comme le firent ceux de Tolkien. » Marion Zimmer Bradley, autrice des Dames du Lac

Para evitar que el mundo caiga en manos deRahl el oscuro, Richard, el buscador de la Verdad, debe hallar la última caja del Destino y ocultarla. Pero el joven es traicionado por uno de los suyos y sufre cruelmente en manos de sus enemigos. Además de aprender a soportar el dolor, si quiere salvarse Richard también deberá aprender a dominar la magia de la espada.

Den sista striden Följ med Richard och Kahlan och deras vänner i denna avslutande del av en av världens största och främsta fantasyserie! Världen faller mot mörkret. En ny och våldsam verklighet föds och folket står maktlösa inför den ondska som drabbar dem och även Richard inser att han inte kan hindra detta från att ske. Dessutom måste han nu ensam bära den skuld som han inte vågar bekänna för någon – inte ens för den enda person han någonsin har älskat, Kahlan … Men trots det verkar en ny värld se sitt ljus och äntligen vågar Richard inse att slaget om Midland kanske är vunnet.

Après leur combat victorieux contre la Pythie-Silence, Richard et Kahlan, contaminés par une mortelle souillure, sont tous deux plongés dans une inconscience proche du coma. Par bonheur, Zedd, Nicci et leurs compagnons arrivent à temps pour sortir leurs amis de la tanière de Jit. À présent, il faut les ramener le plus vite possible au Palais du Peuple, où Zedd et Nicci pourront mobiliser leur magie afin de les arracher à la mort. Mais une attaque inattendue et brutale, sur le chemin du retour, change la donne. Lorsque Richard se réveille aux côtés de Kahlan, toujours inconsciente, c''est pour entendre deux voix se demander s''il faut les dévorer tout de suite ou les garder pour plus tard...

Tras derrotar a Rahl el Oscuro, Richard se dispone a disfrutar de la máxima recompensa a la que podría aspirar: el amor de Calan. Pero, inadvertidamente, el joven rasgó el velo que separa el mundo del vivo del de los muertos y ahora debe enfrentarse al mal supremo, al temible Custodio del inframundo, que intenta escapar. Para vencerlo, Richard debe aprender a dominar sus incipientes talentos arcanos, pues de otro modo morirá. A no ser que Richard aprenda a controlar sus poderes, nadie, ni siquiera su amada Calan, la poderosa pero benevolente Madre Confesora, podrá salvar al mundo

La saga phénomène dans le monde entier ! Inspiré par la révolution qui a tout changé à Altur''Rang, Richard imaginé un plan pour miner de l''intérieur le pouvoir de Jagang, l''homme qui rêve de conquérir et d''écraser le Nouveau Monde. Mais au nord, la catastrophe se précise. Alors qu''Aydindril est tombée depuis longtemps, Zedd et Adie, uniques défenseurs de la Forteresse du Sorcier, sont prisonniers d''une Soeur de l''Obscurité décidée à leur arracher tous leurs secrets. En chemin, Richard et ses compagnons rencontrent Owen, un voyageur solitaire qui cherche le seigneur Rahl pour lui demander d''aider un étrange empire à repousser l''Ordre Impérial. Trop occupé pour faire un détour, Richard refuse net. Mais le destin en décidera autrement. « Ces romans vont tout balayer sur leur passage comme le firent ceux de Tolkien dans les années 60. » Marion Zimmer Bradley, auteure des Dames du Lac. Court extrait Owen, je suis navré, dit-il enfin, mais je ne peux pas faire ce que tu demandes. Essaie de comprendre que mes actes servent aussi ta cause, parce que Jagang, tôt ou tard, devra également retirer ses troupes de ton pays. Au minimum, il lui faudra rappeler assez d''hommes pour que vous puissiez chasser les autres de chez vous. Non, s''entêta Owen. Les soudards ne quitteront pas mon pays tant que vous ne viendrez pas les... détruire. Prononcer ce verbe semblait être une torture pour le voyageur. Demain, dit Richard, oubliant toute courtoisie, mes amis et moi devrons repartir. Et tu t''en iras aussi, Owen ! J''espère que tu réussiras à débarrasser ton peuple de l''Ordre Impérial. C''est impossible ! Nous n''y parviendrons pas, parce que nous ne sommes pas des sauvages ! C''est aux gens comme vous - ceux qui ignorent la Lumière - de se battre et de nous donner la liberté. Je suis le seul qui puisse vous conduire dans mon pays. Vous devez venir et faire ce que font les gens tels que vous. Oui, vous devez rendre la liberté à notre empire ! Richard se massa le front. Jugeant qu''elle en avait assez entendu, Cara fit mine de se lever, mais un regard de son seigneur la convainquit de rester assise. Je t''ai offert de l''eau, dit Richard. Mais je ne peux pas te donner la liberté. Vous devez... Double garde ce soir, lâcha Richard en se tournant vers Cara. La Mord-Sith hocha la tête et eut un petit sourire glaçant de détermination. Demain matin, ajouta Richard, Owen partira de son côté. Oui, fit Cara, il n''y manquera pas. C''est moi qui vous le garantis, seigneur Rahl. © Bragelonne 2008

Un héros vient de mourir et l''horizon s''assombrit pour ceux qu''il laisse derrière lui. À Saavedra, dans la citadelle, le bûcher funéraire est sur le point d''être embrasé. Lorsque ses flammes cesseront de crépiter, tout espoir s''éteindra. Au loin, dans les plaines d''Azrith, les hordes de demi-humains et de morts ranimés se préparent à attaquer le Palais du Peuple. Le dernier rempart avant une victoire totale. Tant d''obscurité et si peu d''espoir. Pourtant, une étincelle de vie brille encore dans ces ténèbres...

A poisoned Richard Rahl faces a difficult choice when he is promised an antidote and the salvation of an endangered empire if he will surrender his beloved wife, Kahlan Amnell, to his enemy.

Trouble always finds Angela Constantine. And Angela''s impulsive, hot-tempered colleague Wanda is about to cause more trouble than anyone could know. Except Angela. She''s not like the rest of us. She sees things we don''t-she can recognize a killer just by looking in their eyes. And Angela knows that sooner or later, one way or another, everyone pays for their sins. She''ll make certain of it. Follow Angela Constantine in this thrilling novella of revenge and justice, as she goes down the rabbit hole after a serial killer in the making. -- Amazon.

Après de longues années de guerre menée contre Jagang et ses hordes, Richard et Kahlan se réjouissent du retour de la paix. Mais le destin n’en a pas fini avec eux... Et cette fois, la menace ne vient plus de l’extérieur, mais de l’intérieur même du palais où une mystérieuse machine, découverte par hasard, produit en série de sinistres présages... Il est déjà temps de reprendre les armes : heureusement, le Sourcier et la Mère Inquisitrice n’ont jamais été du genre à baisser les bras !

Richard, Zedd et Kahlan croyaient en avoir fini avec les ténèbres. Mais leur victoire sur le tyran Darken Rahl a des conséquences terribles qu''ils ne pouvaient imaginer. Le voile qui sépare le monde des vivants et le royaume des morts s''est déchiré. Le Gardien sera bientôt en mesure de le traverser... Il a déjà réveillé ses serviteurs. Désormais, le danger est partout, il rôde et nul ne peut lui échapper. Pour Zedd le sorcier, l''unique espoir réside en une certaine pierre, la petite fille qui la porte... et le Sourcier de Vérité. Richard est face à son destin. Car, s''il refuse d''être un magicien, il n''en subit pas moins les atroces souffrances liées à ce don. S''il n''apprend pas la magie, il mourra. Les Soeurs de la Lumière la lui enseigneront, à condition qu''il se soumette. Or pour rien au monde Richard ne veut revivre le cauchemar d''être esclave. Mais s''il renie son héritage, il condamne l''avenir du monde. Une seule personne détient le pouvoir de faire accepter à Richard ce qu''il abhorre : Kahlan, la Mère Inquisitrice. Pour sauver Richard et son peuple, elle devra tout sacrifier et déclencher une guerre qui emportera tous ceux qu''elle aime. Malheur à celui qui néglige la Deuxième Leçon du Sorcier...