The Forge: Book II of The Rubicon Chronicles picks up where The Pitch: Book I left off with Joshua Quinn beginning his training and indoctrination. "Joshua, unfortunately I am unable communicate to you the challenges before you. One way or another, this life will cripple you...I've seen many Elements come and go. More than I care to remember. Every one of them was haunted. Every one of them was damaged. It was this life that caused these deep wounds. You're a young man, Joshua, and you have a bright future with or without us. Is this what you truly want?" After having accepted The Pitch, Joshua Quinn has chosen a life in the shadows and there is no going back. Now a Convert, Joshua must earn his place within The Concern, and he quickly learns this task is monumental. Within the first few days of his training and indoctrination, he is pushed to the limits of endurance. His instructors and task masters seem out to break his will, and Joshua Quinn will question everything about himself to include his own identity. Join Joshua on his quest to become a Minister within The Concern.