"Auren's greatest battle isn't with the empire—it's with the destiny growing inside her."

The war against the Galvadi Empire is reaching its climax.

Auren Trask has escaped the palace, but danger is never far behind. Pregnant and stripped of her powers, she must rely on Kado and her allies to protect her as she struggles with fear, betrayal, and the fragile hope of freedom. When her daughter is born on the Dark Isle, Auren faces her most heart-wrenching choice yet—remain with her child in safety or return to the fight that could save the Serpent Isles.

As visions warn of the devastating power she may unleash, Auren is torn between loyalty to her family and her destiny as the delohi-saqu. To stand against Emperor Drevin and his empire, she must risk everything—including becoming the very weapon the Galvadi fear most.

Shadow Stalker: The Beginning of the End (Episode 19) launches the final arc of Renee Scattergood's dark fantasy serial. Packed with danger, prophecy, and impossible choices, it's perfect for fans of Trudi Canavan, Robin Hobb, and epic YA/adult fantasy crossovers.