Introduction

The Barrani would be happy to see her die. So Kaylin Neya was a bit surprised at her safe arrival in the West March. Especially when enemies new and old surround her and those she would call friends are equally dangerous…And then the real trouble starts.

Her Mission

Kaylin’s assignment is to be a “harmoniste”—one who helps tell the truth behind a Barrani Recitation. But in a land where words are more effective than weapons, Kaylin’s duties are deadly.

The Stakes

With the wrong phrase she could tear a people further asunder. And with the right ones… well then she might be able to heal a blight on a race.

Uncertainty

If only she understood the story…