In Stephen King’s novel The Eyes of the Dragon, the imprisoned prince who must reclaim the throne is Peter.
Peter is the elder son of King Roland of Delain. After Roland’s death, Peter is falsely accused of murdering his father and imprisoned in a high tower. His younger brother Thomas becomes king, while the magician Flagg manipulates events from behind the scenes.
The novel is a fantasy tale involving royal succession, political deception, imprisonment, and revenge. Peter’s innocence and determination make him the central figure in the struggle against Flagg’s influence.
Readers sometimes confuse Peter with Thomas, who is the younger prince and the king who follows Roland. Peter is the rightful heir, whereas Thomas occupies the throne after the conspiracy succeeds.