Gifts

In this compelling novel, the first in the Annals of the Western Shore trilogy, Ursula K. Le Guin explores themes of power, growth, and the search for light in darkness. Set among the clans of the Uplands, who possess both wondrous and fearsome gifts, the story follows two young friends who choose to reject the destructive use of their abilities. The novel offers a thoughtful reflection on the responsibilities that come with power and the courage to stand apart.