This fantasy novel is the first in a series that weaves a tale of five university students from Toronto who are transported to a magical world called Fionavar. Invited as guests to witness the celebration of a pivotal anniversary, they soon find themselves embroiled in a struggle against an ancient evil that threatens the very fabric of all worlds. Central to the story is the Summer Tree, a sacred object of sacrifice and rebirth, where one of the students must endure a harrowing trial that will affect the fate of both Fionavar and their own world. The narrative blends myth, legend, and personal growth, as each character confronts their destiny and the complex moral choices of a world filled with gods, power, and enchantment.

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