Enter a captivating world where theater, magic, and political intrigue intertwine in this thrilling start to Melanie Rawn's Glass Thorns series.

Cayden Silversun, part Elven, part Fae, and part human Wizard, is a rebel at heart. Despite his aristocratic mother's wishes for him to follow his father to the Royal Court and make a living off the scraps of kings, Cade's passion lies in the theater. With his undeniable talent and charming persona, he aims to reach the highest echelons of society as an honored artist with his company—or die trying.

Touchstone, the first book in the Glass Thorns series, introduces readers to a remarkably original fantasy world crafted by bestselling author Melanie Rawn. Cade combines the talents of Merlin, Shakespeare, and John Lennon in a fast-paced tale filled with stage magic, political intrigue, and exciting adventure.

Although it can stand alone, Touchstone sets the stage for a brilliant, utterly engaging new fantasy series that will delight fans of epic high fantasy and speculative genre fiction. Immerse yourself in a world where magical theatre takes center stage and follow Cade's journey as he navigates the complexities of art, magic, and power.

The Glass Thorns Series

#1 Touchstone

#2 Elsewhens

#3 Thornlost

#4 Window Wall

#5 Playing to the Gods

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Praise for this book

“Impressive… Melanie Rawn is good!” —Anne McCaffrey, bestselling author of The Dragonriders of Pern

“I am mad (petulant, in fact!) that I can't immediately read book number two in the Exiles trilogy.... Melanie Rawn has established beyond doubt that she is a great writer of fantasy and The Ruins of Ambrai will join the Dragon series in my library of favorites for years to come.” —Realms of Fantasy on The Ruins of Ambrai

“Rawn's talent for lush descriptions and complex characterizations provides a broad range of drama, intrigue, romance, and adventure. Her depiction of Lenfell's unique matriarchal society adds further texture to this densely woven fantasy tapestry.” —Library Journal on The Ruins of Ambrai

“Romance, intrigue, magic, and myth mingle freely in this first of a series that should appeal to readers of fantasy and epic romance.” —Library Journal on The Dragon Prince




About the Author

MELANIE RAWN is the three-time Locus Award–nominated author of the bestselling Dragon Prince trilogy and of the Dragon Star trilogy. She graduated from Scripps College with a BA in history and has worked as a teacher and editor. Rawn lives in Flagstaff, Arizona.


Title: Touchstone
Author(s): Melanie Rawn
Volume: 1
ISBN: 9781429987240
Copyright 2012
Release Date: February 28, 2012
Publisher: Tor Publishing Group
Countries: United States, Canada | Learn more about available countries
Language: English
Format: mobi,ePub | Learn More about our supported formats
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