In the land of Nexis, magic is power—and those who wield it rule. Born of outlaw mages, Aurian arrives at the Academy to hone her gift, but her destiny soon entwines with ancient forces long thought lost. When forbidden artifacts resurface and the Archmage’s ambitions threaten to shatter the balance of the world, Aurian must decide whether to obey the laws of the city or embrace her dangerous heritage. Sweeping, passionate, and filled with peril, Aurian launches Maggie Furey’s acclaimed Artefacts of Power saga—a tale of love, betrayal, and the untamed strength of magic.