The Lute and the Liar

Apprentice bard, Mortigan Bryre stands on the brink of everything he ever wanted. In two weeks, he will come of age, and receive his coveted Journeyman's papers. He is gifted with the voice of an angel--and cursed with the tongue of a liar. A mysterious witch makes him a bargain, if he sets out on a quest to the wizard Talthos, he will receive a magical lute that will make him a legend. There is only one catch--if he lies along the way, he will risk losing his golden song. Dismissed in disgrace from the Guild Hall, penniless, and alone, what does he have to lose? Princess Allysian has been in love with Mordigan Bryre for most of her life. How can she let him set off alone? But how can she follow? True love will find a way, and some things are worth any sacrifice.