The First Weapon

The second book in this beautifully written, lyrical trilogy about power, decay and the hard, cruel path of redemption. A land of mystery ... a corrupt society ... and rare gifts which have been ignored and forgotten. Hwenfayre has discovered the extraordinary powers of the driftwood harp left behind by a stranger - her father. But unless she learns self-control and discipline, the powers of the harp will continue to consume her. the First Son, Shanek, hunts down the ancient enemy of the Empire.