A simple mission ... with twists and meanders that capture his heart and divert his destiny.
Just when Mage Everand thought his mission was concluded and he could follow his heart to be with Lamiya, she is kidnapped. He must save Lamiya — and fi nd out exactly who the rogue half-mage is. Forced to continue Malach's training in magic, Everand is confronted by his past actions as the apprentice to Malach's father.
Unexpectedly, the Guild mages forcibly translocate him home! Obliged to report on his mission, he reluctantly reveals the existence and identity of the half-mage. Appalled at the Guild's verdict for Malach, Everand fi nds himself pitted against his master Mage Mantiss, the Head of the Guild.