After a gifted scientist disappears while documenting the ancient forest of Ryhope Wood, his son Christian embarks on a journey to find him, only to be distracted by his feelings for a Celtic warrior, a heroine who happens to hold the key to the mystery of the universe. Reprint.
Robert Holdstock is the author of the World Fantasy Award-winning novel Mythago Wood, the British Science Fiction Award-winner Lavondyss, and the author of several bestselling fantasies, including such acclaimed novels as The Hollowing, Ancient Echoes, and Unknown Regions. He lives in London, England.