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PRE ORDER FOC DATE January 4, 2027 / ON SALE DATE March 2, 2027
A prequel to Tale of Sýstir rooted in Nordic folklore, perfect for fans of The Butcher of The Forest. This lyrical fantasy novel is written by a no.1 Sunday Times bestselling author.The Norns knew that the King of Trolls was meant for something greater. Fleeing the wrath of Oden’s men, the Trolls made their way to the Dark Forest, a magical realm of mythical beings, and a sanctuary for those with nowhere left to turn.Agagkantor rose reluctantly to become King of Trolls, his kindness and integrity renowned throughout the realm of Trollheim.When a faraway messenger arrives with news of a mysterious corruption spreading through the Dark Forest, their hard-won peace is shaken. Agagkantor must make a choice: stay in the comfort of their home and hope it never reaches them – or embark on a dangerous journey to search for the root of an ancient evil.Determined to protect his chosen family, Agagkantor decides he has no other choice than to answer the call to uncover this mystery. But to embark on such a journey, he must set aside his crown, his beloved daughter, Hilda, and his home, before walking headfirst into the unknown…
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