"Long ago, Fitz and the Fool changed the world, bringing back the magic of dragons and securing both the Farseer succession and the stability of the kingdom. But now the Fool is near death, maimed by mysterious pale-skinned figures with plans for world domination. Distracted by the Fool s peri lous health, and swept up in the intrigues of the royal court, Fitz is caught off guard when his beloved daughter is abducted. The same individuals who preyed upon the Fool now seek to use the girl's burgeoning powers as a weapon. But an ancient magic still lives in FitzChivalry Farseer's veins, and he has not forgotten his skills as royal assassin. Now enemies and friends alike will learn that nothing is more dangerous than a man who has nothing left to lose."--
