Passages
Passages by Mercedes Lackey is a collection of short stories set in the Valdemar universe, published by Penguin on November 24, 2020. This anthology features contributions from both debut and established authors, including a brand-new story from Lackey herself. The tales revolve around the Heralds of Valdemar, an ancient order of protectors gifted with extraordinary abilities, who serve their kingdom in various capacities.
Readers will discover a rich tapestry of narratives that explore the lives and adventures of these Heralds, who possess unique talents such as Mindspeaking and Farseeing. The stories delve into their roles as emissaries, spies, and warriors, highlighting their bond with the mysterious horse-like Companions that choose them. With a total of 336 pages, this edition invites fans of fantasy and action to immerse themselves in the epic adventures that define the Valdemar realm.
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This fourteenth anthology of short stories set in the beloved Valdemar universe features tales by debut and established authors and a brand-new story from Lackey herself.
The Heralds of Valdemar are the kingdom’s ancient order of protectors. They are drawn from all across the land, from all walks of life, and at all ages–and all are Gifted with abilities beyond those of normal men and women. They are Mindspeakers, FarSeers, Empaths, ForeSeers, Firestarters, FarSpeakers, and more. These inborn talents–combined with training as emissaries, spies, judges, diplomats, scouts, counselors, warriors, and more–make them indispensable to their monarch and realm. Sought and Chosen by mysterious horse-like Companions, they are bonded for life to these telepathic, enigmatic creatures. The Heralds of Valdemar and their Companions ride circuit throughout the kingdom, protecting the peace and, when necessary, defending their land and monarch.
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