The seven novels in the Swordthane cycle are set in the Land of Otherwhere. They tell a story about power.
What happens when a young Apprentice Storyteller suddenly finds himself chosen of the sword, endowed with absolute power. Cormac must either learn to control the terrible gift the sword gives him, or it will eventually overcome him. And what happens to a young princess when she finds she must attend the thane. What will Orianna of the Seven Families do with her growing awareness of her power over him.
Otherwhere is a land very like our own. Passion, anxiety, desire, love. The lure of power that can seduce even the best of us. Nobility and rascality. Fear of our own mortality. The things we find in our world. All these are there. But there are differences, for Otherwhere is a world of magic and wonder. Sylvans. Spirits of Place. Dragons and wizards. Cormac and the Princess encounter many wonderful beings as they continue their quest across the Land of Otherwhere.
Sword Chosen begins this complex adventure story. To find out more and to read the opening pages, click here.
South to Adventure continues the story. To find out more and to read the opening pages, click here.
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