In the brilliant fantasy world of the River, the pace of life is dictated by the ebb and flow of the great tides — but there are swift dark currents flowing below its placid surface...

Pamra Don, scarred by her mother's death, is lured to priesthood where the truth must be hidden from the faithful — for the human colony lives in an uneasy peace with the Thraish, whose savage god has promised a world of willing prey. And Thrasne, a young Boatman, trades from town to town, free from the control of the Awakeners — as long as he never speaks his mind.

These two uncover many terrible truths about the River and its power — but before their people can become free, they each face journeys that will test their courage to its limits...

Condition: Pre-loved book. Minor yellowing of pages. Otherwise in good condition.

Format: Hardcover
Year published: 1987
Pages: 465
Sub-genre: Fantasy
Imprint: Bantam Press