Ellan escapes from exile to reclaim the throne! She'll stop at nothing to destroy Tristine and Tyrone, including summoning the dark forces her farther once defeated. Her actions divide the Council of Twelve, catches the Guardians unprepared, throws the royal family into turmoil, and brings Allon to civil war!
Only one man stands between her and her goal. Only one man can command the loyalty to thwart her. The question is - will he?