The third volume of James Barclay's bestselling Chronicles of the Raven see's Raven set against Raven as Balaia faces up to the threat of the One magic unified in one person: the five year old daughter of Erienne and Denser of the Raven. Barclay has made a trademark of blistering pace, superbly described action and heroes who, with their flaws, humour and dedication to each other, are swiftly becoming cult heroes with fantasy fans.