Short of conspiracy, there is nothing so uncertain as war. But Nua Calen Aiwenor, now General of 'The Breakers' and ruler of a grand estate, is ready for that gamble.Her disruptive actions have garnered the attention of forces both malevolent and benign. The Princes of other city-states and the shadowy figures at their command, as well as the eyes of Queen Vexia of Da'nak, ruler of the Sacred City, architect of the balance of power and the living descendant of an ancient God.Demonic temper clashes with assassin calm amidst a world on fire with threats in all directions, including a hate which Nua believed she left far behind, but which now marches within her most trusted ranks.
