I thought my life had finally gotten better. I found my true happiness. But fate decided otherwise and threw another test my way. Not long ago I was enjoying the embrace of my beloved husband, my Eugene— and now, when he’s disappeared, I’m forced to go searching for him and ask for help from long-time enemies. Where will the snowy forest lead me? What trials will I face? Is it even possible to defeat ancient magic—stronger, they say, than anything in the world? I’m not looking for answers to these questions. I only fervently believe that no matter what, Eugene and I will be together. I will follow him to the ends of the earth. I will break the evil spells. I will warm my heart with true love. And I won’t give him to anyone—my one and only man, my fiery phoenix.