The Serpent Isles has been left in turmoil now that the Galvadi have taken control.Makari is playing spy for the Coalition, causing Auren to fear for his life. Her preoccupation with his safety leads to the capture and eventual death of someone she cares about, and the rift between her and Kado keeps growing.In a reckless attempt to warn Makari of impending danger, Auren is captured and Makari is forced to go along with it or blow his cover. Drevin suspects Makari is the one who helped Auren escape in the first place, so to prove his loyalty he must torture Auren or die.If Auren and Makari can turn the tide and finally defeat Drevin, maybe they can convince the Galvadi people of the truth. But that could take months or possibly years, risking Kado’s wrath as they continue to defy his wishes.Auren and Makari are on the edge of a precipice, and the welfare of their people hangs in the balance.