The Best Mislaid Plans Wizardly schemes, Jorian knew went oft a-gley.
But this time the wizard's plan seemed simple. Since ancient prophecy
foretold that the clocks would save Iraz, Jorian must repair the great
tower clocks that his father had built. If everything went well, Karadur
could then plan the rescue of Jorian's beloved wife, Queen Estrildis
from Xylar. And Jorian would be appointed Clockmaster of Iraz, a
position that would require him to break a pirate siege, placate an
amorous priestess, and stay at least one step ahead of the Royal Guard
of Xylar - where he was still wanted as the star sttraction of a royal
beheading!