The Eight Lands of Pharr are in trouble, and the only ones who can help are a young princess and the sister she believes lost. They hold two of the four Magical Stones, created long ago by an Ancient Mystic to channel the magic of his bloodline. But when an evil witch named Patadora Coggs seeks to control the Stones, the two girls must join forces to save their unsuspecting world. With them is a motley crew gathered as they travel to retrieve the remaining two Stones. Airk Ranon, cynical Weapons Master. The Baret Wray and First Commander Dungan Weir, who command King Randel's army. Elke, a centurion who has never been away from home. Skotak, an Emini Plainsman who provides steeds for the travelers. Dreux, a young prince seeking adventure, and his lover, Estelle. And Kitt, a young orphan held enslaved by pirates. Chased by Patadora's Maelnords and her own shapeshifting daughter, and by the infamous Weapons Master's outlaw reputation, the young friends travel land and sea in their quest to find the last two Stones. Once they have the Magical Stones of Pharr in their possession, they must travel to the witch's lair and end her evil reign of terror.

The Magical Stones of Pharr

Skurve ran a thick finger down her cheek. “What’s your name, sweetie?”


Shaela turned her head away from his rancid breath. “I won’t tell you.”


“Ah! But you have spirit! I hate that in a woman.” Turning to Airk, Skurve shook his finger. “You haven’t broken her yet, Ranon. I’m disappointed.”


The outlaw’s poise was casual—he leaned back, arms crossed. His voice was dangerously low as he replied, “She won’t let me.”


Skurve raised an eyebrow. “Then maybe I should try. You always were too soft on them.” He rubbed his hands together. “So mates, what should I do with these trespassers?”


Shouts rang out from the men. “Keel-haul ‘em! Make ‘em walk the plank! Hold ‘em hostage!” The captain held up his hand for silence.


“We’re not trespassers!” Estelle cried before Dreux could quiet her. “The sea belongs to everyone.”


Chapter 51