Fearing for her life, Otta has left the protection of the House of the Half Bloods in Orosturbe, and is determined to reach the relative safety and freedom of the caldera known as Fulagunh.

"I really loved Otta. From the start there was so much in her to admire, starting with her thoughts about Ogany in chapter one." S Moore

Knowing she will be pursued by the kaerlings, Otta tries to navigate the subterranean roads between the six craters that make up the kaerling stronghold.

Hopelessly lost, she is haunted by a chilling presence that always disappears just as she catches sight of it out of the corner of her eye.

Meanwhile, Tari tries to come to terms with being The Sacrifice that High Priest Kenril insists she is. Otta's brother Erl, together with Lored, Ashlar and Stio, adapt to their new life as fighting slaves in Irak Tam, whilst trying to work out a way of escape in order to rescue Rue, Tari, Otta, Lally and Derri.

If you love books by D Wallace Peach, Chris Sendrowski and Scott A Tirrell, you'll love this tale!

Warning: contains scenes, language and concepts that some readers may find upsetting.