Stands a Shadow

A quest for vengeance takes a master assassin into the heart of a conflict between two warring nations in this stunning epic fantasy adventure.

COL BUCHANAN lives in Lancaster, England. Farlander was his debut novel, and the first novel in the Heart of the World series.

Praise for Col Buchanan

“With a narrative that is riveting from beginning to end, from the big battles to the smallest interactions, this is the rare book that a reader wishes would never end.”
—RT Book Reviews, 4½ stars on Stands a Shadow

“Well rendered and nicely paced… Stirring combat and vivid details.”
—Kirkus Reviews on Stands a Shadow

“Something special…Buchanan writes vividly and well, and the story grips from the astonishing opening sequence to the unexpected conclusion.”
—The Times (UK) on Farlander

“Completely absorbing. Once I was into it, I just couldn’t put it down. I’m looking forward to the sequel!”
—Glen Cook, author of The Black Company series on Farlander

“Gripping… Delightfully undermin[es] expectations.” —SFX on Farlander