This series delves into dark mysteries and supernatural abilities where the line between life and death is dangerously blurred. Follow protagonists who battle their inner demons and external intrigues, often at the cost of physical pain and psychological torment. The narratives are rich with suspense, unexpected twists, and explore the depths of the human soul in a fight for survival.
Roger Kilbourne has the ability to cross over into the land of the dead and speak with its residents. Roger is soon using his gift as a way to get the life of his dreams--even it means bringing the dead back to the land of the living. HC: Viking Children's Books
Whether it's a curse or a blessing the fact remains: whenever Roger is in enough pain he can cross over to the Land of the Dead and speak to the people there. It's an unexpected gift - and one that, throughout Roger's life, has been taken advantage of; by his violent uncle, by the mysterious, malign Soulviners performing their dark magic on Soulvine Moor, and even by a Queen, fighting for her queendom with every possible weapon she can find. But not anymore. The dangerous life of Queen's Fool is behind him, young Princess Stephanie sits on the throne, and Roger is living a life of his choosing. He, Maggie and Jee have a small, out of the way, increasingly prosperous inn, supported by their hard work. It's a simple, industrious life . . . and it's about to be destroyed. The war is not over. The savage invaders are back. And they're looking for the boy who killed their leader. They're looking for Roger.
Roger has faced down queens, barbarians, dangerous ghostly dogs and even armies. There is only one challenge left: to stand against the mysterious Soulviners and their dangerous plans to dominate the Land of the Dead. But with his friends held captive, only the legendary bright and terrible sword can save them now.