Short Synopsis
In the latest Saga of Recluce novel from acclaimed author L. E. Modesitt, Jr., a young mage finds himself banished to the far-off continent of Hamor, where an increase in his powers attracts more trouble.

Full Synopsis
Rahl was a young apprentice on the island of Recluce who was sent to the mages' training school for testing, then banished to Hamor. His education now continues under dangerous circumstances. In Hamor, his powers have increased but so has the amount of trouble he attracts.

The whole society of Hamor is a new culture for L. E. Modesitt, Jr., to explore, one in which magic is a monopoly of the state. Rahl is a mage now, powerful and still just as dangerous to himself and to others. This is the story of how he gains more knowledge and power while also learning more self-control.

"Mage-Guard measures well up to Modesitt at his best." ---Booklist

"The sequel to Natural Ordermage explores a new part of Modesitt's world and once again displays the author's abilities to tell stories that shine with the veracity of everyday life as well as momentous events." ---Library Journal