Sophie Rend dreams of becoming the very first female wizard's apprentice. Her opportunity arises when a chance encounter with a magical artifact leads her and a group of friends to the wizard's tower. Determined to prove herself, Sophie begins a quest for truth that will not only test her abilities, but her loyalty to her friends and family. The magical item they carry is no mere trinket, it holds the power of two ancient lines of dragon-shifters, and this artifact did not fall into their hands by accident. As power shifts, so do desires, and matters of the heart are rarely simple, especially when politics are involved. Secrets and betrayal reveal hidden enemies and Sophie and her friends soon find out who the real monsters are. The Silver Talons Guild contains The Orb of Dragonkind, Ascent From Ash, and The Chimera of Immernacht.