"Flesh and Spirit and Breath and Bone" is a fantasy novel by Carol Berg. The story follows Valen, a young man who has been trained since birth to become a "lector," a person who can read and manipulate the minds of others. However, when Valen discovers a dark secret about his past, he is forced to flee his home and embark on a dangerous journey to uncover the truth about his identity. Along the way, he must confront powerful enemies and grapple with his own inner demons in order to save himself and those he loves.

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