Cecilia Dart-Thornton, born in 1957 in Tavistock, England, is a renowned author known for her richly woven fantasy worlds. With a background in archaeology and anthropology, she draws inspiration from ancient cultures and mythologies to craft immersive stories. Dart-Thornton's work is celebrated for its detailed world-building and vivid characters, captivating readers worldwide.
Imthien, who has faced a realm of faery folk and other creatures to get the help of healer Maeve One-Eye, journeys to the king-emperor to share the information gleaned from the healer, but discovers that she is being stalked by dangerous forces who want her dead.