Lord of the Darkwood

In Lord of the Darkwood, the thrilling conclusion to Lian Hearn's Tale of Shikanoko, Shikanoko, now a half-man, half-deer outlaw, navigates a realm plagued by suspicion, illness, drought, and famine. With the rightful emperor lost, the powerful lords of the Eight Islands are in turmoil, and the fate of the realm hinges on Shikanoko's ability to heal it by restoring the true ruler to the Lotus Throne. As Shikanoko journeys through wild forests, elegant castles, and hidden temples, one person holds the key to his return from the Darkwood.