After months of conflict and opposition, Abramm Kalladorne has finally stepped into his destiny as king of Kiriath--only to find himself facing more problems than ever. The Mataio remains antagonistic, the failed rebellion's supporters have slipped through his grasp, bad luck plagues every attempt to build Kiriath's defenses . . . and that's just the start. As the forces of the Black Moon threaten his shores, Abramm agrees to...