Every word King Adzi Akkatha writes on sacred stones is binding, and lasts for all eternity.

But how can he rule when he has been cursed to forget everything?

His city is in chaos. Hinatsi rebels clash with his soldiers, and their mysterious leaders try to capture the King.

With the help of High Priestess Idza and General Qanatha, he must relearn their laws and customs, and who he was as a King. His former self seemed cruel and cold, and he is plagued with doubts. He is an imposter in King's clothing—do they even have the right man?

They must flee to the great Temple of Mesopos where the King's memory might be restored. The rebels are never far behind, and day by day the curse progresses.

There is little hope they will reach the temple in time.

Even if they do, will the King want to continue ruling as a cold tyrant?