Magic is forbidden! One careless manifestation of the gift turns the young heir of Duke Sergio into a criminal—and his family into a target of the Empire’s law. Having lost his home and family, he flees to the distant island of Ou, hoping to hide from the Inquisition.
But it is right here that the military governor Shoran is preparing a rebellion against Devor, gathering around him those who are ready to change the order that has existed for decades. Sergio finds himself at the center of political intrigues, war, and the struggle for power.
If he loses, the only chance to defy the Empire that has declared magic illegal may disappear along with him.
Meanwhile, a voice from the outside world leaves its mark on the course of history…