A hell of a lot better than the previous two books when it comes to plot and writing style. MUCHMUCHMUCH better than the last two. Unfortunately, the characters are still underdeveloped. The end felt very rushed to me. Anyway, this time, the book focuses on Nicias, the son of two falcons who were revealed in Snakecharm (Kel and Rei) and the royal guard to the heir of the snakes and avians, Oliza. Nicias has always been fascinated with the falcon homeland of Ahnmik. He wishes to go there, and when his magic starts to awaken, that is exactly where he ends up going. However, since he is the grandson of the heir to the falcon throne, he is treated as royal blood on Ahnmik. All seems to be going good on the island, but there is corruption among the royal house. Not only that, but his loyalty to Oliza is tested when he is asked to stay on Ahnmik.