The thrilling conclusion to the Hythrun Chronicles. Marla Wolfblade is still reeling from the loss of her two closest confidants. Blaming their death on Alija Eaglespike, High Arrion of the Sorcerers' Collective, her plans for revenge are disrupted when she discovers she has an even more dangerous adversary... a professional assassin.
On the border, Fardohyna has massed its troops for an invasion, and Marla's eldest son, Damin Wolfblade, heir to the throne of Hythria, finds his ability to fight back is thwarted by tradition, politics and the foolishness of the High Prince. Back in Krakandar, Mahkas Damaran awaits news of the battle and has sealed the city against Damin's return. With the city on the brink of starvation, it seems only theft on an unprecedented scale can free Krakandar from Mahkas's madness and tyranny...and destory Hythria's web of secrets and lies.
