The magic out of control . . . The Winding Circle mages were supposed to aid drought-stricken Gold Ridge. But with their magics tangled and entwined, Tris, Sandry, Daja and Briar only add to the valley's problems. They must learn restraint . . .
As flash-fires close in about the castle, the four struggle to master their unpredictable power. It seems their skills must be separated and confined. But that might hamper Daja's growing ability to manipulate fire, and destroy their one hope of saving Gold Ridge.
