The Nameless Day: Book One of the Crucible Trilogy by Douglass, Sara [19 March 2001]

In the shadowy grip of the 14th century, every corner of life is colored by the menace of the Black Plague. Fear whispers in the air as communities brace themselves against this relentless tide of disease, which transforms once vibrant towns into husks of despair. Amidst this chaos, extraordinary figures emerge, shaped by the trials and heartbreak of a world unraveling at the seams.

Sara Douglass weaves an intricate tapestry of human experience, where love, loss, and survival collide. Readers are transported into a visceral landscape filled with vivid characters who must navigate treacherous paths through fear and uncertainty. As they confront their fate, the strength of the human spirit shines, inviting reflection on resilience in the face of overwhelming odds.