Ombria in Shadow
Ombria in Shadow by Patricia A. McKillip, published by Ace Books in February 2003, is a fantasy novel that explores the intricate dynamics of power and legacy in the city of Ombria. The story begins with the death of Prince Royce Greve, leaving his young son and mistress vulnerable to the influence of his formidable great-aunt, Domina Pearl. As the narrative unfolds, readers are introduced to a dreamlike underworld inhabited by ghosts, where a sorceress engages in her mysterious craft, setting the stage for a complex interplay of light and shadow.
In this edition, readers will encounter a richly woven tale that delves into themes of ambition and the quest for control over both the seen and unseen aspects of Ombria. The characters’ lives intertwine in a struggle that reveals the hidden depths of their desires and fears, as they navigate a world filled with magic and intrigue. With 304 pages of immersive storytelling, this book invites readers to piece together the fragmented lives of its inhabitants, reflecting the intricate puzzle that is the realm of Ombria.
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When Ombria’s prince, Royce Greve, breathes his last—in palace rooms high above the city—he leaves his young son and mistress at the mercy of his ancient and powerful great-aunt, Domina Pearl. Meanwhile, in a dreamlike underworld peopled by Ombria’s ghosts, a sorceress weaves her spells and brews her potions, never revealing her real face—or true heart. And somewhere in between, the struggle to rule the whole of Ombria—both its light and shadows—will rest in the hands of those whose fractured lives align like the lost pieces of a magical puzzle….
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