Once, only her own life hung in the balance...

When Yelena was a poison taster, her life was simpler. She survived to become a vital part of the balance of power between rival countries Ixia and Sitia.

Now she uses her magic to keep the peace in both lands-and protect her relationship with Valek.

Suddenly, though, dissent is rising. And Valek's job-and his life-are in danger.

As Yelena tries to uncover her enemies, she faces a new challenge: her magic is blocked.And now she must find a way to keep not only herself but all that she holds dear alive.

A CHRONICLES OF IXIA NOVEL

'A compelling new fantasy series' - Rhianna Pratchett, SFX on Poison Study

This is volume 7 in Chronicles Of Ixia .

This book has been graded for interest at 14+ years.

There are 416 pages in this book. This book was published 2015 by HarperCollins Publishers .

Maria V. Snyder has been writing since 1995 and has published numerous articles in magazines and newspapers. She lives with her family in Pennsylvania.