Sinjin Sinclair now has a mission—to ensure Bryn is safe. But he'll have to worry about his own safety when his ships get attacked by the Vryloka. Meanwhile, Emma finds herself the object of a ghostly attack. After losing more of his men, Pagan makes a decision to the shock of his second in command—to seek out the rebel forces leader, Nyx, in the hopes of joining forces. And why does High Mage Duine continue to receive haunting dreams of a woman with golden hair who makes him feel... whole and happy again?