As the promise of peace dies, and two peoples are drawn inexorably into war, Auraya is unable to avoid being caught up in the conflict, while the Wilds embark upon a quest for secrets buried long ago. In her new role as protector of the Siyee, Auraya meets a mysterious woman who makes an irresistible, dangerous offer, and as more plots and schemes of the Pentadrians are foiled, the White send Siyee into Southern Ithania to retaliate. The gods allow Auraya to accompany them, but only at price almost too high to pay. And she is not the only one anxious to acquire the divine secrets... In the turmoil that follows, she faces a shocking decision that could overturn Pentadria forever.