The Coming of Magic

A cave in a dark forest, a royal castle, an abandoned church. These are the places where the dark wanders and from which it issues challenges.
In "The Tower of the Eagle" an unscrupulous man courts a wizard's daughter.
In "The Gate of the Ages" an ancient wizard struggles in vain against his own creation.
In The Fire of St. Denian's a young man just discovering his powers must face foes that make the bravest blanch, and after that must battle a darkness that can't be killed.
These six tales are set in worlds where magic exists and monsters prowl the darkness. Some people should never have to face the night, but for the night, these seem the perfect prey. In the darkness, they battle back against foes they can't comprehend, revealing unexpected strengths and weaknesses before the end.
This collection contains the short novel The Fire of St. Denian's.
All stories are complete in this volume.