The Lost Son of Orcades, Part 1: The Illyds of Prydain's Heroes - Hardcover

A new book from the land of Prydain...In the Northern realm of Orcadés, a cursed kingdom shrouded in sorrow, Duen, a seventeen-year-old outcast marked by both doomed parentage and a crippled hip, embarks on a perilous journey for survival. Fleeing from his village who would have him dead, he crosses paths with Nimwe, a headstrong young woman determined to forge her own destiny amidst the war-torn ruins left by the Saecsans.As Duen and Nimwe navigate the treacherous landscape, a malevolent witch sets her sights on Duen, seeking to annihilate him. However, a mysterious druid named Merlin senses a hidden power within Duen, sparking a conflict between Duen and Nimwe, challenging their bond and the fate that intertwines their lives.Set against the enchanting backdrop of the Arthurian land of Prydain, THE LOST SON OF ORCADÉS unveils a tale of resilience, magic, and redemption. This young adult novel serves as a captivating prequel to THE ONCE & FUTURE CHRONICLES TRILOGY, the first installment in THE ILLYDS OF PRYDAIN'S HEROES. A series depicting the valor and adventures of Arthur's mighty men-weaving a tapestry of heroism and legend.