This book picks up right after the events in book one. Tobin has found out the truth. But he can't tell anyone, not even his best friend, Ki.
Ki is hurt. Tobin is confused and lost. How will he reveal to his cousin and the King that she is the rightful ruler of Skala? Needless to say, that information will not go over well with some people.

Tobin and Ki head back to the city and palace. Korin has found a girl he likes, he has gotten a few servants pregnant, but they have gone missing. However now he has gotten a noble girl pregnant. Korin is ecstatic! He's and his royal companions are ready to go into battle. Korin needs to be blooded in battle before he can marry. It has to be done hastily as Aleah is already pregnant.
The battle doesn't go well. Can't say more (spoilers)

There are executions held in the city. Skalan citizens, Priests of Afra, and now wizards are being burned alive.

Also while this is going on with Tobin coming to terms with the truth, the Plenimarans decide to attack the city. All chaos breaks loose.

Tobin has to reveal the truth in this book.
So much has happened.

I could not put this book down. And I've picked it up many times to re-read the trilogy. I love the character, and the story.

*13th time, still enjoy the story.