A warrior forced to battle the evil that thwarts his destiny, Brak must combat sorcery and plagues as he journeys south to Khurdisan. Before reaching this paradise city, he must hack his way through the obstacle after obstacle as he passes through unknown lands. But between his broadsword and heart he is able to overcome certain death at the hands of monsters like Septegundus (capturer of souls) and Ariane (a spellbinding witch). Now his life lies in the hands of fate ?
Barbarian Fantasy from author John Jakes, better known now for his big family sagas.
Dell Books, 1980. First edition, mass market paperback. This is the fifth and final volume of stories featuring Brak the Barbarian , a blond Conan style character. Jakes is a very good writer; if sword & sorcery fantasies are your thing, you will surely enjoy this series. The other books are: 1 Brak the Barbarian (1968) 2 Brak the Barbarian Versus the Sorceress (1969) 3 Brak the Barbarian Versus the Mark of the Demons (1969) 4 When the Idols Walked (1978)