Chapter 1

Sequel to 'The Bane of The Empire'

Dawn has fled the Royal City and aligned herself with Hunter. Becoming a member of his court, comprised of only her, Gavin, and Talora, she has joined the hunt for the lock that still holds the magic of The Lands in its grips. Unknown to her new companions, Dawn has her own motives for pledging allegiance to The Fae Prince of The Lands--the truth of the tome that placed her on this path still remains a mystery.

But unrest stirs in the ruins of Ilaburn. As Arnoldus desperately clings to the remnants of his rule, a new power has risen that threatens to thwart Hunter's goal to reclaim the Golden Throne.