Isabel's brother, Matt, has been named in a Prophecy, not just as a member of the Guard but as their eventual leader. But the promise of great power in the future does not mean his gifts will come easily. His apprenticeship to Ethan is proving more frustrating than helpful.While Matt tries to grow accustomed to life in the Guard, the Order of Chaos strikes into the very heart of the Named, kidnapping Arkarian, their ageless mentor. He is taken to dark world so difficult to traverse all are forbidden to rescue him. But an ever-increasing connection to Arkarian drives Isabel to risk everything to find him despite the potential consequences, taking Ethan and one other with her.