This thirteenth 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.
Now, twenty-three authors ride with Mercedes Lackey to her magical land
of Valdemar, adding their own unique voices to the Heralds, Bards,
Healers, and other heroes of this beloved fantasy realm.