anthology: SWORD OF ICE AND OTHER TALES OF VALDEMAR

Mercedes Lackey´s very first novel, ARROWS OF THE QUEEN, introduced readers to the magical land of Valdemar. In this ancient realm, beset by war and internal conflicts, justice is dispensed by an elite force-the legendary Heralds. These unusual men and women, "chosen" from all corners of the kingdom by their mysterious horselike Companions, undergo a rigorous training, and follow a rigid code of honor. Bonded for life with their Companions, the Heralds endeavor to keep the peace and, if necessary, defend their country in the name of their monarch.

CONTENTS:

• Sunlancer (Philip M. Austin, Mercedes Lackey)
• The Demon´s Den (Tanya Huff)
• Ironrose (Larry Dixon, Mel.White)
• Babysitter (Josepha Sherman)
• The Salamander (Richard Lee Byers)
• A Child´s Adventures (Janni Lee Simner)
• Blood Ties (Stephanie D. Shaver)
• ... Another Successful Experiment (Lawrence Schimel)
• Choice (Michelle West)
• Song of Valdemar (Kristin Schwengel)
• The School Up the Hill (Elisabeth Waters)
• Chance (Mark Shepherd)
• Sword of Ice (Mercedes Lackey, John Yezeguielian)
• In the Forest of Sorrows (John Helfers)
• Vkandis´ Own (Ben Ohlander)
• A Herald´s Honor (Mickey Zucker Reichert)
• A Song For No One´s Mourning (Garry A. Braunbeck)
• Blue Heart (Philip M. Austin, Mercedes Lackey)

EDITED BY:Mercedes Lackey

COVER: paperback

PAGES: 350

LANGUAGE: english