The King's Bastard: 1 (The Chronicles of King Rolen's Kin) - Softcover

Only seven minutes younger than Rolencia's heir, Byren has never hungered for the throne. He laughs when a seer predicts that he will kill his twin. But the royal heir resents Byren's growing popularity. Across the land the untamed magic of the gods wells up out of the earth's heart. It sends exotic creatures to stalk the wintry nights and it twists men's minds, granting them terrible visions. Those so touched are sent to the Abbey to control their gift, or die. At King Rolen's court enemies plot to take his throne, even as secrets within his own household threaten to tear his family apart. Political intrigue and magic combine in this explosive first book in an exciting new fantasy trilogy.

Rowena Cory Daniells is the renowned writer behind the 'Last T'en' trilogy. She lives in Brisbane with her husband and six children. 'King Rolen's Kin - The King's Bastard' marks the beginning of a major new fantasy trilogy.