Taya Mindaerel and her mother, the Oracle of the Prairie Winds, must flee their home or face certain death at the hands of a dark hunter and his man-eating horse. Their journey takes them to Aurum, the City of Gold, where they seek the aid of the Great Magus Olbinaar. On the way they meet three allies- Alex, a vagabond, Brand, a master swordsman, and Ogger, a wild creature. They will need all the help they can get to surmount the obstacles in their path. In the city however, they learn that their journey has just begun. Violet Skies is the first book in a Young Adult series of the same name. Each is a novella, short and easy to read. This is a fresh twist on classic fantasy, but it keeps its essential nature intact. The writing focuses on compelling characters and appeals to fans and critics of the genre alike. Influences ranging from anime to Zelazny combine in a way familiar yet unique.