Defying Destiny

Almost a year after the Trials of Unyielding Steel, Lydia follows a lead to find Jonathan Sterling, concluding her training with a legendary immortal sorcerer to execute a strategic plan. Meanwhile, Taelien reunites with Wrynn Jaden, the Witch of a Thousand Shadows, and partners with Jonan, who faces a new, perilous assignment from his master, the Lady of Thieves. As these intertwining plots unfold, Velas grapples with a personal revelation that challenges her loyalties.