When war arrives, Bowe must advantage of the upheaval or be overwhelmed. Having survived the Path, Bowe Bellanger is still on borrowed time. Unless he can restore his family's position, they will be wiped out. Bowe's hopes of a quick return to power are dashed when he is attacked and forced to flee the city. As powerful forces threaten war and rebellion, Bowe faces a terrible decision that will decide not just his future, but the future...