In the aftermath of chaos, Princess Tori finds herself caught in darkness. No one truly understands the great prophecies, but as Tori becomes more entangled in its web, she can no longer ignore the role she is to play in her world's future. With the weight of destiny on her shoulders, Tori must find her way to save the man she loves. But what will it cost her, and will she make it in time? Her brother returns to her side, his once-familiar presence now tinged with a darkness that Tori is unsure if she can overcome. Alongside him stands a new companion, her intentions shrouded in uncertainty. Will she help them, or will her loyalties to the Emperor be their undoing? War ravages the continent, and Tori must find her place in it, or risk losing everything she has gained to the clutches of Emperor Hadeon. Can she unravel the threads of fate and harness the magic that has emerged inside of her, or will she let it consume her, and the world with it? In this spellbinding sequel to 'Born of Mist and Dragonfire', Tori and her companions embark on a journey fraught with danger and discovery. As the boundaries between friend and foe blur, Tori must confront the depths of her own power and the price it demands. Will she emerge triumphant, or will destiny's grasp prove too formidable to escape?