The story of the Thirteen Orphans from the first novel comes together with the newcomers from the Land of Smoke and Sacrifice and everything that has gone wrong there. The new enemy does not hesitate to strike first. The group is shaken when Pearl is attacked.
In Brenda's heritage is also a link to tradition of magic. The troubles in the Lands of Smoke and Sacrifice threathen other worlds. Help comes from unexpected allies.

I really liked this part of the trilogy. The main character, Brenda, becomes a little more grown up. The multiple points of view keeps the reader on track with the story as group splits up and the suspense builds up to a satisfying climax. ( )