When tragedy strikes, twins Meredith and Kaydin go into hiding from the Witch-Queen who is determined to see their entire family dead. While forced to keep their identities secret, they meet and befriend Airith Shaver.  Airith's life is, as far as he's concerned, predictable. He's destined for the king's court and a life of military service. But a chance encounter with a wounded dragon leaves Airith infected with a deadly disease and a new goal in life: survive at all costs.  But what if the cost is his friends? His family? ... His soul?  The twins are determined to reunite with their father. Along the way, they find themselves beset by bandits, meeting curious companions, and on the run from deadly vagwhar.  When the twins cross paths with Airith again, will it be the reunion they hoped for?