The Time of the Dark

In Barbara Hambly’s opening novel of the Darwath Trilogy, a woman named Gil Patterson finds herself caught between her knowledge of medieval history and a surreal world of dark forces threatening a distant kingdom. When a wizard crosses into her reality seeking her aid to protect a crucial infant, Gil’s understanding of darkness deepens beyond her worst nightmares. This fantasy adventure promises a rich, vivid world filled with unforgettable characters and high-stakes danger.