BOOK 3 OF 5In the smoky aftermath of the still smouldering remains of several buildings in Sruighlea Castle, chaos reigns supreme.Edward has assumed control of Sasann and proclaimed himself King, and with the Devil's Dog is back under the controlling hand of his master, no one dares challenge him.M rag struggles with the darkness growing inside her, and without Brax's calming companionship, her fragile control is slipping.When Edward sends his pet to sack one of Alba's border towns, M rag retaliates by striking out at Edward's own home in Lunnainn, triggering a freefall of events that culminate in a full-scale battle on the Bannockburn.