This fast-paced tale, set in an imaginary world of wizards, warriors, and kings, deals with a boy who discovers that he must fulfill a prophecy that is thousands of years old if the world as he knows it is ever to survive. To accomplish his task and fight off the Dark One, this boy must unite every country on the continent before they are to stand together and face the evil forces that are gathering. To do this he must battle between his conscience and his sense of duty, and then decide on whether or not it is just for him to wage war --if need be-- in order to bring about unity throughout the world and save the lives of millions. This epic novel of war, treachery, and magic is full of surprises and will provide the reader with an unforgettable experience into the world of fantasy.