Shadowheart (Shadowmarch, Volume 4)

In this fourth volume of the Shadowmarch series, Tad Williams masterfully weaves together the stories of Barrick and Briony as they face the ultimate test of their loyalty and their love for their family and their kingdom. With their father held captive by the Autarch, Barrick must decide whether he will stand with the dark Qar race and safeguard their legacy or with his family and his human heritage. Briony, torn between her duty to her father and her desire to save her kingdom, must also face a deadly threat from her own bloodline.As the Great Defeat approaches, Williams skillfully brings together a cast of characters, mortal and immortal, in a final battle for the fate of the world. With his signature blend of richly detailed world-building and complex, flawed characters, Shadowheart is a must-read for fans of epic fantasy.Combining fast-paced action, political intrigue, and a touch of magic, Shadowheart is an epic conclusion to the Shadowmarch series that will leave readers on the edge of their seats. Williams' masterful storytelling and vivid characters will transport readers to a world of fantasy and adventure that they won't want to leave.