Andrzej Sapkowski's 'The Witcher, Vol. 4: Time of Contempt' thrusts Geralt of Rivia deeper into a world teetering on the brink of war. Following the intense events of 'Blood of Elves,' the Northern Kingdoms and Nilfgaard escalate their conflict. As mages gather for a pivotal congress, political intrigue and betrayal threaten to ignite a full-scale conflagration. Ciri, still grappling with her immense powers, becomes a central figure in this dangerous game, forcing Geralt to make agonizing choices to protect her. This volume is a crucial turning point, packed with high-stakes action, moral dilemmas, and intricate magic, fundamentally altering the destiny of its beloved characters and the Continent.