Miriam and Xander&rsquo;s halcyon days of rest along the shores of Beriadan Lake in Alexandria come to a quick end when the pleas of another dragon lord lead them to the blackened Heavy Mountains.&nbsp; Lord Herod demands their attentions on a pressing matter, and what they find is a pot of trouble boiling over with ancient blood feuds, uneasy alliances, and old stories of treacherous Maidens.<br /><br />Trouble comes along the winds of a storm, and Miriam finds herself in the middle of it.&nbsp; Now she must prove her innocence against a hefty charge, or face the fatal consequences.&nbsp; The trail leads them to the Coven Caves where witches cast more than their shadows on the walls.&nbsp; One life-attempt after another shows they&rsquo;re on the right trail, but only if they can stay one step ahead of their mysterious foes.&nbsp; Otherwise, the mountains will be their final adventure.