Sword & Thistle

About this book

With age comes wisdom. For a seasoned adventurer, it also comes with back pain.Taking quests, exploring ruins, and camping under the stars. For Dobbin Thornhill, there's no better life than that of an adventurer. Especially with a reputation like his.His current task? Acquiring the elusive dragonfire mushroom for one of Eastborne's secret societies.To complete the quest, he'll venture into Hells' Crag, a dragon-ruined city still haunted by spirits half a millennia after the attack. Dangerous? Yes, but the pay is life-changing, even for him.While Dobbin's past has led him to a life of solo adventures, some jobs can't be done alone. Joining forces goes against his every instinct, but in a land of shadows, a cast of unlikely companions could be exactly what he needs to confront his own ghosts.If he can find the courage to let someone else in.About the Series: Welcome to the enchanting world of Tales of Aedrea, where small-scale stories, low-stakes adventure, and cozy fantasy come to life within an epic, high-fantasy realm.Sword & Thistle is a cozy fantasy adventure featuring animal companions, found family, and a low-stakes quest through haunted ruins. Perfect for fans of The Hobbit and Baldur's Gate.