Set in the realm of Delain, this narrative follows the imprisonment of Prince Peter, who is framed for the murder of his father, King Roland. The actual killer, the court magician Flagg, utilizes a slow-acting poison to eliminate the king and installs the weaker, younger son, Thomas, as a puppet ruler. From his cell at the top of the Needle, Peter coordinates a long-term escape plan involving a dollhouse and a constant supply of thread. The plot centers on his attempt to reclaim the throne before Flagg destroys the kingdom.
This book serves readers who prefer focused, classic high fantasy over sprawling epics. It appeals to those interested in the archetypal conflict between a cunning royal advisor and a displaced heir. Readers observe the mechanics of a political coup and legal injustice within a medieval setting. One walks away with a clear understanding of how patience and small, repetitive actions can dismantle a corrupt regime. It provides a direct look at the antagonist Flagg, an recurring figure across different literary universes.
Practical, clear-cut and escapist; an easy read.
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- Published
- 1959
- Language
- EN
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