
Patricia A. McKillip
10 SeriesPatricia A. McKillip is an acclaimed American author renowned for her contributions to fantasy and science fiction. Her notable works include the Riddle-Master series, The Forgotten Beasts of Eld, and In The Forests of Serre. McKillip's storytelling has earned her a distinguished place in these genres.
In "The Forgotten Beasts of Eld" by Patricia A. McKillip, Sybel, a powerful young heiress to wizards, lives in seclusion in a stone mansion with her magical beasts. Her solitude is disrupted when a desperate soldier brings her a mysterious child. As Sybel cares for the child, she becomes entangled in a web of intrigue and power struggles. The story explores themes of isolation, responsibility, and the complexities of human relationships.