The Subject of the Prophecy is the first book in the Bolshevik Gariel series. It is an epic fantasy saga about a boy named Gariel, who turns out to be a "subject" - a chosen one with great significance for the future of the world. Together with his companions, he goes on a dangerous journey to save the world from evil forces and fulfill a prophecy. The author of the book, David Eddings, has created an incredibly picturesque world full of magic, intrigue and important deeds an exciting book that will grab you from the first pages and won't let go until the very end.