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From Publishers Weekly

At the start of Lackey and Mallory's highly readable conclusion to their Obsidian fantasy trilogy (after 2004's To Light a Candle), Knight-Mage [Kellen], leader of the alliance of humans and elves, has his work cut out for him when the forces of demon queen Savilla go on the offensive. Fortunately, [Kellen] has a powerful ally in the half-breed healer Vestakia, who because she's half demon can read the mind of her demon father and provide priceless information on their enemies. The deft handling of the romance between [Kellen] and Vestakia helps heighten suspense as the struggle on both the physical and magical planes grows more intense. Short scenes speed the action, which at times can be hard to follow, even for those familiar with the previous two volumes. Nonetheless, high fantasy fans should appreciate the intelligent storytelling with an unmistakable flavor of Andre Norton at her best. (July)
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"Intelligent storytelling with an unmistakable flavor of Andre Norton at her best."--_Publishers Weekly_ on When Darkness Falls

 "Plenty of good-versus-evil action."--_VOYA_ on When Darkness Falls

"Panoramic . . . filled with magic, dragons, elves, and other mythical creatures."--_Library Journal_ on To Light a Candle

"Captivating."--_Publishers Weekly_ on The Outstretched Shadow

"Delightful."--_Booklist_ on The Outstretched Shadow