In the shadowed heart of a peaceful forest, the life of young woods guide, Richard Cypher, is irrevocably changed when he encounters the enigmatic Kahlan Amnell. Fleeing dark forces, she brings with her a tale of violence and death that reaches beyond Richard’s simple existence, propelling him into a world where magic reigns and ancient prophecies dictate the fates of men. As they journey together, a bond forms between them, one as perilous as it is profound. Richard discovers within himself powers he never imagined, and Kahlan, a woman with secrets deep and dark, finds in Richard a strength she desperately needs. But their path is fraught with danger and deceit. The murder of Richard’s father is but the first thread in a web of betrayal and dark magic that stretches across the realms. To protect the world from a tyrant’s merciless rule, Richard must embrace his destiny and learn the First Rule of wizardry: People are stupid; they will believe a lie because they want it to be true, or because they are afraid it might be true. As Richard and Kahlan navigate a landscape brimming with menacing beasts, treacherous sorcerers, and an enemy that anticipates their every move, they must confront not only the dark forces seeking to claim dominion over all but also the truths within their own hearts. In a saga that weaves together the threads of courage, love, and betrayal, "Wizard's First Rule" is an epic journey into the heart of darkness and light.