Fire Sticks are unique in that they burn by magic. In return for their obedience, the Hill Folk would bestow upon everybody, including the King, Fire Sticks. Peace was stuck when it was understood that wood would only be gathered when it fell from a tree. Unfortunately, the “color trees” are the home of the Hill Folk. Hill Folk are a magical people who have no weapons save magic and spells. They were once cut down by the people of Remalna who grew wealthy by reselling them to people of other lands.
The “color trees” as they are called has some type of special grain in them that transforms them into gleaming, attractive colors. The Covenant has to do with wood and Fire Sticks. At the beginning of the story, the two siblings are seen swearing a blood oath to their father to protect the Covenant and restore peace to their land. She and her brother, Branaric are revolting against their King. Crown Duel (Book 1) is narrated by the young Countess Meliara, a heroine more comfortable in riding gear than a dress. Crown Duel (1997) Book 1 by Sherwood Smith is published by Puffin and is categorized as YA fantasy.
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