The One Kingdom: Book One of the Swans' War Trilogy Russell, Sean Summary From their home in the Vale of Lakes, a group of young traders embark on a quest to make their fortune. From their home in the Vale of Lakes, a group of young traders embark on a quest to make their fortune. Carrying a cargo of ancient artefacts, their journey along the River Wynnd will take them into a world both strange and terrifying. They will meet extraordinary people, witness unforgettable events and discover something that will change their lives for ever. For the world is a far more complex place than the adventurers could have imagined. In the aftermath of a terrible war, political upheaval and family rivalries threaten to plunge the land into a new dark age. The past, it seems, is far from forgotten. And the consequences of that long-ago war are by no means played out. Look out for more information about this book and others on the Orbit website at www.orbitbooks.co.uk Perfect for fans of Epic, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Fantasy, Epic Fantasy Books, Science Fiction Books. Highlights Easy to enjoy: 722 pages · Paperback By Russell, Sean Details ISBN: 9781841490885 Author: Russell, Sean Format: Paperback Pages: 722 Language: English Publication date: 7 March 2002 Condition: Used – Very Good About the authors Russell, Sean and Sean Russell · Publisher: Orbit Books More about this book Reviews In a kingdom that's gone for a long time without a king, two great enemy families fight to rule.