Deep in the caves of the distant Hinterlands, an ancient menace stirs. Townsfolk shudder at violent memories of The Red Queen and even dare to whisper the name Raudrim. At the same time, word comes to Alastair that Cythraul has at last resurface, seeking a devstating weapon in the ruins of Grayvalon. Bloodsoaked clues lead Alastair into a confrontation from which only one warrior will return alive. Meanwhile in Anglinore, young Lochlan Stormgarden, the new High King of Myriad, leaves the pomp and politics of the throne once too often. While blending in with the people of his kingdom, Loch suddenly realizes that he's put them all at risk. The fate of his new found love Arianna, his best friend Telwyn, his family, and indeed the world of Myriad all depend on the decisions of the errant king.
For some reason, the word 'errant' is what drew me to the book. It's just a really cool word that I had never heard before.
This is an amazing fantasy novel, with all the trappings of Tolkien's Lord of the Rings series. The major plus is, however, that The Errant King is easier to understand (no offense, Tolkien fans!).
It brings new characters into the story--Lochlan, for instance. The Red Queen is also a new, extremely terrifying opponent.
If you haven't read this book, you should definitely try it. XD
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