An international New York Times bestseller for many years, translated into 29 languages! Will's adventures continue in the second book in the series. As the kingdom of Araluin prepares for war against Morgarath, Ranger Gilan, accompanied by Will and Horace, set off on a mission to the Celts. But as they approach their goal, they discover that the villages and mines of the Celts are abandoned. Only a single survivor can tell if Morgarath has already been here! And now, as Gilan rushes to deliver the terrible news to the king, Will and Horace must discover Morgarath's true plan. Their kingdom faces surprise attack from three sides. Unless, of course, no one finds a way to prevent it. For fans of the books "The Lord of the Rings", "The Hobbit", "The Sword in the Stone", "The Witcher's Apprentice" and "The Wizard's First Rule".