Owain has spent years training to become a mercenary and build the scattered remains of his people and allies into an army. Finally, he has succeeded, and they are ready to take back their home. Only one problem remains: in order to get close enough to kill Lord Mal, the Butcher of the Sands, they need a way in, and the most effective way will be harder than Owain thinks... In the gripping sequel to "The Way of the Exiled", follow Owain...