Penric's Travels

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Penric, a sorcerer and divine of the Bastard's Order, embarks on his first covert diplomatic mission to secure the Cedonia General Arisaydia's services for the Duke of Adria. Upon arrival in Cedona, he is unexpectedly imprisoned, forcing him to navigate perilous politics and his feelings for the General's young widowed sister, Nikys. After escaping, Penric, still recovering from his injuries, must guide Nikys and General Arisaydia through hostile territory to safety in the Duchy of Orbas. Their journey is fraught with delays and dangers, including the emergence of Mira, a courtesan with unique skills, who complicates their escape. Once they reach safety, a secret letter reveals that Nikys's mother has been taken hostage by enemies at the Cedonian imperial court. This news propels Penric, Nikys, and the chaos demon Desdemona back into the heart of danger as they attempt to infiltrate Cedonia once more. They discover that family dynamics can be as challenging as any rescue mission, testing their resolve and ingenuity in the face of adversity.