Wizard's First Rule (Sword of Truth, Book 1)

Description

Richard Cypher's father was brutally murdered a month ago, in his home with his guts ripped out of his stomach. While coping with this sudden loss, Richard saves Kahlan Amnell from four mercenaries, and with the help of Richard's grandfather the three flee to the midlands to stop Darken Rahl's ever expanding empire. Secrets will be revealed, many will perish, and the legends begins.

First Sentence

It was an odd-looking vine.

Description

The protective barrier that separates Westland from its neighbors to the east is about to fall, letting loose a monstrous evil upon the world. Only the combined efforts of a young man dedicated to finding the truth, an enigmatic woman intent on concealing her past, and a crusty old hermit resigned to his inevitable destiny can prevent the opening of the three boxes of Orden-an event with the potential to destroy existence itself. The inclusion of graphic scenes of sado-eroticism, though integral to the story, may deter purchase by some libraries. Nevertheless, this first novel offers an intriguing variant on the standard fantasy quest. The richly detailed world and complex characters will appeal to mature fantasy aficionados.

Subjects

Series Statement

• Sword of Truth (1)

Other Editions

• Wizard's First Rule (Sword of Truth, Book 1)PaperbackTor Fantasy1997-07-15
• Wizard's first ruleOrion Publishing Group, Limited1994-01-01
• Wizard's First RuleHardcoverTOR1994-01-01
• Wizard's First Rule (Sword of Truth, Book 1)Audio CassetteNova Audio Books1994-10-01
• Wizard's First Rule (Sword of Truth, Book 1)Audio CassetteUnabridged Library Edition1994-10-01
• Wizard's First RuleMass Market PaperbackTOR1995-01-01