Return to the land of Kinowenn in Book 3 of this imaginative series. Join Lucy, Justin, Taran, and Gavin as they travel through the mists, facing damp misery, flesh-eating insects, and nightmare creatures to uncover the source of malice bent on the destruction of the free lands of Kinowenn. Joss struggles to find his place as King of Lerramorre and works with Maya to keep his lands from collapsing from within. On the way, they challenge long-held standards by opening up new roles for women. Meanwhile, Lucy faces difficult decisions as she grows into her magical powers. Can Lucy help her friends unite diverse kingdoms to fight a common foe? Or will they face the enemy alone?