The three clans are about to converge. In the wake of Thane's destruction, Arliss is left with nothing but broken pieces of the life she knew and unanswered questions about the world beyond Reinhold. And suddenly, that world comes to Reinhold. When Princess Orlianna of Ikarra journeys to invite Arliss and company to return with her to renew their old alliances, Arliss grasps the opportunity to cross the ocean. The voyage could answer every question she's ever asked. But as war looms ever closer, Arliss must risk everything. Her friendships across the clans. Her love for Philip. The role of the queen she was born to become.