In his first collection of short fiction, the bestselling author of White Gold Wielder presents seven superb stories. Enter a world of mystics and unicorns, angels and kings — all realized with the same dazzling style and imagination that has made Stephen R. Donaldson a modern master of the fantasy genre.

          "Daughter of Regals" is a fantasy novella concerning a unique royal line and an unusual conception of magic.

          "The Conqueror Worm" is a deliciously creepy "horror" piece in which havoc is wreaked by one lowly centipede.

          "Ser Visal’s Tale" begins as a simple story told over several flagons of wine at the local inn, this novella ends with a surprising twist.