In this new standalone fantasy novel from the author of "The Labyrinth," and the "Forgotten Lore" series of books, three adventurers—a veteran warrior, a clever rogue, and a dragonlike draghar sorcerer—make their way into a harsh desert landscape in search of the cure to an ancient curse. Escaping bandits and the other dangers of the drylands, the group makes their way to Tiran Shirad, a city ruled by a dragon. The trio find themselves caught up in the city's plight as a rebel priestess joins them on a quest that might save their companion's life—or lead to a deadly confrontation with the city's draconic ruler.