A former slave fighting for justice. A reclusive warrior who no longer believes he exists. And a dark magic that will entangle their fates.

Torn from her forgotten homeland as a child, Tisaana learned to survive using only her sharp mind and a little magic. But on the night she tries to buy her freedom, she barely escapes with her life

Desperate to save the best friend she left behind, Tisaana is sent to the Orders, the most powerful organization of magicians in the world. But to join their ranks, she must be trained by Maxantarius Farlione, a handsome and aloof fire master who despises the Orders.

The Orders' intentions are mysterious, and Tisaana must prove herself against the threat of an impending war. But even more dangerous is her growing feelings for Maxantarius. The bloody past he wants to forget may be the key to her future... or to the downfall of them both.

But Tisana will stop at nothing to save those she abandoned. Even if it means gambling in the Orders' deadly games. Even if it means sacrificing your heart. Even if it means owning death itself.