As the Riftwar draws to a close, Mara must rely on her own instincts and her rakish Midkemian slave to overcome the dark magic, political murder, and devastating heartbreak brought about by the vengeful Lord Desio of the Minwanabi
In this thrilling sequel to Daughter of the Empire, Lady Mara faces a vengeful blood enemy who doesn't know Mara has a strategic secret weapon--a rakish Midkemian slave whose real identity will change the rimworld forever. "A tale of love, hate, and sacrifice against the panorama of an alien yet familiar society".--Publishers Weekly.