Publisher's blurb: A light shines amidst the moonlit darkness; bringing a sense of assurance to the inhabitants, and acting as a beacon for stray travellers, lost in the surrounding wilderness. Trails of smoke drift upon the wind, carrying with them the scents of warm food, and wood-fire. Though heavily fortified against the surrounding forest, with sharpened stakes and a palisade, the town of Grimsby—once inside—is quite homely. Its frontier inhabitants learned long ago that one of the best ways to combat homesickness, was to bring a sense of their original homes with them. Though simple, most of the houses have rugs, and comfortable beds—some are even equipped with writing desks.