This 17th anthology of short stories set in the beloved Valdemar high
fantasy universe features tales by debut and established authors and a
brand-new story from Mercedes Lackey.
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.
Join a variety of authors as they ride with Mercedes Lackey to the
beloved land of Valdemar and experience the many facets of this storied
high fantasy realm.
