What should a lady do if she suddenly finds herself in another world? Try to find her place in it. At first, it’s only the place of a house steward in some strange moving house. What should a necromancer do when behind his back there is no line of titled ancestors? Right—try to prove that talent matters no less than blood ties. What should a world filled with the echo of a magical war—giving birth to waves of undead, and where ancient graveyards keep secrets no less ancient—do? Call for help. If you’re lucky, the summons will be heard. And the necromancer will have enough cleverness and willpower to challenge the gods of the Old Empire. And the lady will manage to step over her fears and offer help to someone so unpleasant. If she’s lucky…