A contentious Temple conclave brings sorcerer Learned Penric and his demon Desdemona, in support of his superior Princess-Archdivine Llewen of Martensbridge, to the disputed Carpagamon border town of Occo. There, the uncanny pair will tangle with dangerous new intrigues and old histories, that will test their magical skills, their wits, and their hearts.
Magic
Mystery
Detective
Political Intrigue
Supernatural
Royalty
Conspiracy
Audiobook details
GenreFantasy, Fairy Tales and Folklore
Length4 hrs 59 mins
Narrated byGrover Gardner
FormatAudiobook
Publish dateFeb 14, 2026
LanguageEnglish
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About the author
Lois McMaster Bujold
Lois McMaster Bujold is one of the most honored writers in the fields of science fiction and fantasy. In 2019 she was named a Damon Knight Grand Master by Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America, one of science fiction’s highest honors. She has won seven Hugo Awards and three Nebula Awards. In 2011 she was awarded the Skylark Award for her significant contribution to science fiction. Hugo awards for Best Series were received by the Vorkosigan Saga in 2017, and the World of the Five Gods in 2018.View all by Lois McMaster Bujold
