Few authors have achieved such renown as World Fantasy Life Achievement honoree and Science Fiction Writers of America Grand Master Andre Norton. With the love of readers and the praise of critics, Norton’s books have sold millions of copies worldwide. Come. Step through an ancient arch in the Scottish highlands—and into a world beyond all earthly possibilities . . . Where fearsome creatures abound and witches rule supreme. Where a sparkling jewel carries a strange and awesome power. Where the terrifying forces of the Dark ravage the countryside. And where a young Earth woman named Kelsie McBlair holds the key to Witch World’s future. Trapped in a bizarre web of science and sorcery, she alone can pierce the savage heart of evil . . . by confronting the lord of the Dark himself!