Galen was unhappy in his overcrowded farmhouse even before learning his uncles murdered his father for the spoils of a robbery. Now the only way to keep his family from killing each other-again-is to steal the magical amulet they're fighting over.By the time he realizes it's a fake, it's too late.Meanwhile, a royal assassination forces two nations together after generations of enmity. With his mother now hostage in an icy prison, Kayvin must collect legendary artifacts to save the lives of thousands. He can trust no one but a beautiful dancer and a young man trained to be the perfect luxurious companion-and perhaps not both of them.Unlikely allies must work together to defeat an inhuman sorceress bent on saving thousands of lives.Surely you mean "ending thousands of lives?"I said what I said.If you like deeply realized characters, sweeping adventure, and multilayered storytelling, then you'll love Laura VanArendonk Baugh's new epic fantasy!