The Fall of Neskaya

Set during the chaotic period known as The Hundred Kingdoms, the story unfolds in Darkover, a fantasy realm fragmented by warring factions. Amidst this turmoil, an ambitious and ruthless tyrant seeks to dominate the land, employing the fearsome matrix weapons to achieve his goals. This book marks the legendary author's poignant return to Darkover, weaving a tale of power struggles and the consequences of ambition in a richly detailed world.