R'shiel, daughter of the First Sister of the Blade, and her half-brother, Tarja, a Captain of the Defenders, become caught up in a rebellion against the Sisterhood, the rulers of Medalon.

The dazzling conclusion to the Demon Child Trilogy is an epic tale of heroism, honor, love, and terrible loss.

A mortally wounded R'shiel seeks the healing powers of the believed-extinct magical Harshini, while Tarja and the Defenders consider an alliance with a long-time adversary in order to protect themselves against Karien invaders.

R'shiel, daughter of the First Sister of the Blade, and her half-brother, Tarja, a Captain of the Defenders, become caught up in a rebellion against the Sisterhood, the rulers of Medalon.

R'shiel stands on the brink of death. Her only hope is the healing powers of Harshini--magical beings long-thought extinct.

Grieving the devastating loss of her closest confidante, Marla Wolfblade encounters a formidable adversary, while her son Damin finds his ability to fight invaders hampered by political factors, and mad Mahkas Damaran plots continued tyranny over the city of Krakandar.

Marla Wolfblade is effectively ruling Hythria in her brother's name. The country is stable and there is peace and prosperity. But problems start when Marla brings into the family the orphaned daughter of her third husband, Luciena Mariner, who carries a deadly secret.