From New York Times bestselling author Terry Brooks comes a thrilling stand–alone novel in his legendary Shannara series–the perfect place for new readers to begin. After taking up his enchanted sword against the dark sorcerer Arcannen, Paxon Leah has become the sworn protector of the Druid order. Now a critical hour is at hand, as a beloved High Druid nears the end of her reign and prepares to...