<p>Laeka&#39;Draeon and his companions have awakened the first of the Beacon Throne guardians. But only with the power of all four guardians can he hope to stop Valadae&#39;s imminent destruction and fulfil his calling as the last of the dragons. His journey takes him west, into a kingdom rife with conflict and unexpected perils. And when one of Laeka&#39;Draeon&#39;s friends is captured by Trappers, his actions lead to terrifying consequences. Twisted magic, wicked schemes, and a choice that threatens to doom his quest to failure-Laeka&#39;Draeon faces his greatest challenge yet, and this time the powers of a dragon are useless.</p>