The Denova Empire is flourishing under Loethar's rule as he urges the invading people of the Steppes to integrate with the West. But Loethar is bored -- and so is Leo, the self proclaimed true king, living in hiding, who is eager to stake his claim to the Valisar throne.
Freath continues his double life, secretly loyal to Valisar but working as sage counsel to the Empire. And when risks all to contact the rebel, Kilt Faris, his life may be forfeit.
A new evil is stirring ... and only one person knows that the legendary Valisar Enchantment is rising. Soon the wars and destruction that formed an empire will seem a squabble by comparison to the darkness that threatens ...
