Far to the north of the magical Old Kingdom, the Greenwash Bridge Company has been building a bridge for almost a hundred years. It is not an easy task, for many dangers threaten the bridge builders, from nomad raiders to Free Magic sorcerers. Despite the danger, Morghan wants nothing more than to join the Bridge Company as a cadet. But the company takes only the best, the most skillful Charter mages, and trains them hard. For the night might come when even an untried young cadet must hold the bridge alone against the most devastating of foes .....Also included in this remarkable collection are eighteen short stories that showcase Nix's versatility as he adds a fantastical twist on an array of genres including science fiction, paranormal, realistic fiction, mystery, and adventure...

"An old kingdom novella and other tales" --Cover.

To hold the bridge --Vampire weather -- Strange fishing in the western Highlands -- Old friends -- Quiet knight -- Highest justice -- Handful of ashes -- Big question -- Stop! -- Infestation -- Heart of the city -- Ambrose and the ancient spirits of East and West -- Holly and iron -- Curious case of the moondawn daffodils murder -- Unwelcome guest -- Sidekick of Mars -- You won't feel a thing -- Peace in our time -- Master Haddad's holiday.