After fleeing Weldon Castle, Shan faces a long journey to take back his home. How does his journey affect his character arc? What valuable lessons does he learn along the way?

How does the novel examine the code of chivalry (See: Background)? How do various characters uphold, or diverge from, this code of behavior and values?

How does the author use setting? How are places such as Weldon Castle, the forest, and/or Camelot depicted, and what is their role in Shan’s journey?