Shadow is a rebel, but wants nothing more than to be a member of the Guild, using the little magic she has and fighting against oppression. But a show of defiance puts her in a position to realize those things thought dormant are not, and those loyal are not. What will she do when her mother calls her to court and away from trouble that is brewing? This book starts off on an intriguing note, but even though the first impression is longer than many others I still feel like I need to know more of the story!