Book I in the 'Bitterbynde' trilogy, and a landmark debut in the realm of Fantasy writing.In a world where creatures of legend haunt countryside and forest, to be caught outside after dark means almost certain death, so the inhabitants of Isse Tower are amazed when a mute, starving foundling is discovered outside their gates. With no recollection of either its name or past, the child comes to realize that the only hope of happiness lies with a wise woman residing in distant Caermelor. But to get there, the newly named Imrhien must survive a wilderness of endless danger. Lost and pursued by unhuman wights, Imrhien is eventually saved by Thorn, a mysterious and handsome ranger, but unknown to them both a dark force has summoned the Unseelie, and malignant hordes amass in the night...
About the AuthorCecilia Dart-Thornton is the author of the acclaimed Bitterbynde trilogy and the Crowthistle Chronicles. She began her writing career as a teacher and lecturer, then ran her own business before becoming a full-time writer. Her interests include animal rights, environmental conservation and digital media. She lives in Australia.
Book InformationISBN 9781447251774
Author Cecilia Dart-ThorntonFormat Paperback
Page Count 608
Imprint TorPublisher Pan Macmillan
Series The Bitterbynde TrilogyWeight(grams) 916g
Dimensions(mm) 234mm * 156mm * 34mm