The first book in the Secrets of the Citadel Tetralogy.

In the kingdom of Solaria, two seventh year scholars enter into their final evaluations determining their placement in the kingdom. With the weight of the last moon hanging above their heads, Noah and Sloane pray to the gods that they’ll receive a gift from Tamul. Separating them from the non-mages headed for the infantry, a fate worse than death.

Enter the world of the Saeyers as a group of scholars acquire magnificent gifts, such as storm bringer, fire wielder and psionic. A lucky few get a choice between the kingdom of Oerdain, the elementalist masters, or the halls of Zinhael’s dragon riders is just within their grasp. Will the seventh years in their assemble fall short of the high council’s favor or will they be honored as demigods? With a kingdom full of many secrets, one could only hope to survive their last trial.

Follow along the journey of both the main characters from pivoting points of view. Discover the dirty history of the Citadel as the truth begins to unravel. While a young relationship’s fire is stoked, greater battles go on in the neighboring regions. Our third main character is Princess Aisling. Sent to the agricultural region of the kingdom to keep out of trouble, Aisling discovers, not all of her family's history is one of honor.

With the great war being hidden in texts, to the mistreatment of fellow beings within Solaria, how can she stay silent. Follow the inner turmoil of the favorite heir of the Citadel as she decides if she too will let history be silenced or fight for those with little voice.