Lynwen is thrilled to be assigned to explore newly discovered ancient monoliths found on the northern islands, knowing her magic and intellect are up to the challenge. When two of her travelling companions prove to be exceptionally charming, it only adds to the attraction of her task. Kendrich shares Lynwen’s passion for history, he is mysterious and charming, where Captain Colbon is hot-headed and arrogant. However, hidden agendas begin to surface within their group and a strange force limits her magic leaving her wondering who she can trust. They battle the harsh terrain and the bitter cold of the season as well as the relentless, hideous, half-human beasts intent on killing them and a fallen-god planning on wreaking revenge. The expedition finds itself embroiled in a life and death battle. Do the writings on the monoliths contain a clue to the fate of their world? And is the knowledge gained worth the sacrifices made?