"The Tombs of Atuan" is a fantasy novel by Ursula K. Le Guin, part of her Earthsea series. The story follows a young priestess named Tenar, who is chosen to serve in the ancient tombs, a sacred place filled with dark secrets and powerful magic. As Tenar navigates her duties, she encounters Ged, a wizard from the first book, who seeks a lost artifact. Their meeting challenges her beliefs and leads to a journey of self-discovery, exploring themes of identity, freedom, and the struggle between light and darkness.