Ashnayn flees from her home with Cael and the Silent, who sail toward The Twelve Lakes of Lareen. Saddeye's Orakal is imprisoned by the Emperor. Thieves continue undermining the disposition of Ideclan. The Warrior Queen, Andraste, rides North to defend Caibre Pass. And The Kinned Lands march for war. Let it be known: There are medieval fighting, torture, and battle scenes.