At last, the army gathers on the edge of Virien's lands. At last, the time draws near when High Priest S'Rak will remember what he is. As the influence of the Lord of Madness spreads, things start to turn against Chancellor Virien. S'Rak and Captain Jisten stand to gain much, assuming they both survive the coming storm intact. But can love survive when it's tested to the breaking point and beyond?