It's been ten years since the Firestone turned Kaitlyn into a sorceress to be reckoned with. Since that fateful day, she's been in seclusion, mastering herself as well as the artifact. But now her mentor and friend, Aelfric, has died and King Lorien has called her to court to take her place as the King's Magician. Is she ready? Can she maintain control of the Firestone while surrounded by courtiers? Only time will tell.