Krondor Tear of the Gods by Raymond E Feist

This narrative details a perilous journey and escalating conflict as various factions vie for control of the Tear of the Gods, a powerful mystical artifact. Initially, the crew of the Ishap's Dawn guards the Tear as it travels to Krondor, only to be attacked by the pirate Bear. Concurrently, Squire James and Jazhara, the court mage, begin to unravel a complex web of intrigue in Krondor involving pirates, necromancers, and a shadowy figure known as the Crawler. As they investigate, they discover a monstrous creature, confront vampires, and uncover a plot that extends beyond simple piracy to encompass ancient magical practices and the machinations of a timeless, evil entity and its servant, Sidi. The quest to secure the Tear eventually culminates in a supernatural battle, revealing the existence of a dark, pervasive influence that threatens the very fabric of the world.