Deryni Rising
Deryni Rising by Katherine Kurtz is a reprint edition published by Penguin on October 28, 2008, featuring 304 pages in English. This classic novel introduces readers to the land of Gwynedd, where the ruling Haldane family harbors a dangerous secret: some of their bloodline possess the magical abilities of the Deryni. As young Prince Kelson prepares to ascend the throne following his father’s mysterious death, he must confront the reality of his heritage and the challenges posed by a woman who claims her own Deryni powers.
In this narrative, Kelson’s journey unfolds as he grapples with the implications of his magical lineage in a world dominated by the Church’s authority. The story delves into themes of power, identity, and the struggle against societal norms, as Kelson must learn to harness his abilities in a matter of days to confront his adversary in a magical duel. This edition invites readers to explore the epic and historical elements of fantasy, as well as the paranormal aspects that define the Deryni legacy.
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The classic novel that introduced the Deryni and launched Katherine Kurtz’s career.
In the land of Gwynedd, the Haldanes have long ruled and have long kept a dangerous secret: there are those of their blood who possess the magical powers of the Deryni. To be Deryni in a land ruled by the all-powerful Church is to be branded an outcast.
But now, young Prince Kelson is about to assume the throne after the mysterious death of his father. He must be told of his magical heritage. For his legacy is being challenged by a woman who does not hesitate to lay full claim to her Deryni powers. And to face her in magical combat, Kelson must learn a lifetime’s worth of magic in a few short days.
If he loses, he dies as his father did. And if he wins, he is King—but all the world will know that he is also Deryni…
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