Were-dragons have returned to the world. Cruel king on the throne. A terrible plague is sweeping the kingdom. In Estala Reva, Avalon is on the run from the Sisters, traveling from village to village as a plague wreaks havoc and discord among the populace. But an unknown danger follows her. One of the Sisters? Or someone who can reveal the secrets of her past? And in Zantos, Prince Luke's rebel camp is torn apart after his brother's attack. But his father is dead, and Luca fears for the stability of his home in Estal. Though they are weakened, Luke must find a way to strengthen the rebels, even if it means making deals with those he doesn't trust.