Alaric and Jerick are not ordinary enemies. Once connected to the ancient druidic path, they abandoned the nature magic that defines the true druids and embraced a darker power. Now their influence threatens everything Arryn has fought to protect.
As the dark druids become more desperate, their attacks reveal a terrifying truth: they are running out of resources, and the lush lands of the Dark Forest may be exactly what they need to survive.
Arryn and her allies can no longer remain on the defensive.
The coming conflict will demand warriors, strategy, sacrifice—and a willingness to enter territory where every tree and shadow may hide an enemy. The bonds between Arryn, Cathillian, Celine, Samuel, and the rest of their growing family are tested as the war draws closer.
But the greatest danger may be Arryn herself.
Her power continues to grow, fueled by emotions she struggles to control. Her enemies know what happens when that power is unleashed.
They intend to use it against her.
The damned are coming.
And this time, there may be nowhere left to run.