Through sky and earth and sea and flames, a crown of shadows forged in blood.

Bastian and Eirik LaGoryen have honed their craft over the past two decades, studying under the most accomplished teachers Anu, Earth, and Gerra have to offer. They have trained, fought beside, and pledged themselves to each of the realms. Ventus was to be no different.

Except that it is.

On separate journeys, the twins have committed fully to the mysterious realm. The land set in perpetual autumn is steeped in history and far removed from outside influences: The home of the fae.

As with everything in their lives, Bastian and Eirik have vastly different opinions regarding their new host realm. They’re not the only newcomers drawing such conclusions as they prepare to compete in the upcoming solstice tournaments.

Another outsider also calls this strange land home. Mastering their own challenges. Following their own path. Plotting their own victory.

Unbeknownst to the solstice participants, a darkness is gathering on the horizon, intent on enslaving the occupants. With the future of Ventus hanging in the balance, past rivals must stand together if the realm has any hope of defeating an army with no name. An army of the dead…

Stacy Von Haegert’s best-selling trilogy draws to an explosive end as new relationships are forged, old friendships rally, and the House of the Dragon unites again.