A stunningly imagined world, page-turning thrills, and apair of unlikely heroes on an epic quest make this unique and immersive darkfantasyfrom acclaimed author A. J. Steigerperfect for fans of Holly Black and KellyBarnhill. Simon Frost lives in a curious place, where magic is used bythe very best Animists to do wondrous thingslike call upon imps, wraiths, andall manner of monsters to right wrongs, deliver justice, and accomplish featsno human could achieve.Simon Frost is not one of those Animists, though hes beentrying to become one for years. When a plea arrives from a distant hamlet, preyed upon by anabominable monster, Simon sees the opportunity to finally prove his worth. But upon arriving in the tiny village, Simon finds not justa monster but a key to his pastand a pathway into an unbelievable future.