About the book: 2001 / Glen Cook is a master of an exciting plot, one of the few who are equally capable of the sparkling humor of a farce and the high heroism of an epic saga, the magic of words - and magic a living world that calls the reader to itself again and again. Welcome to the world of the Black Squad - the best company of mercenaries in the service of the sinister Lady and the Ten Taken... They fight with sword and magic - and do not give up even when neither magic nor sword. They know: victory is given to those who are smart, courageous and daring, to those who are true to themselves to the end. They are always ready to confirm their right to be called the best mercenary company in the entire universe. Don’t believe me? Read it and see for yourself!