Egil and Nix possess retired, as they always said they would. No, really – they possess! No more sword- and hammer-play to them! However when two latest acquaintances come contacting for help, our hapless heroes end up against the might of the complete Thieves Guild. So when kidnapping the first choice of the most effective guild in the land seems just like the greatest course of action, you know you’re in over your mind… A wonderfully fast-paced fantasy adventure in classic swords and sorcery design, from New York Times bestselling author, Paul S. Kemp. “Solid characters, placing and history… a gripping story.” – Web publishers WEEKLY, for the Hammer & the Blade