Prince Yarvi has vowed to reclaim his throne.

First he must survive cruelty, chains and ' the bitter waters of the Shattered Sea. And he must do it all with one good hand. Born a weakling in the eyes of the world, Yarvi cannot grip a shield or swing an axe, so he must sharpen his mind to a deadly edge.

Gathering a fellowship of the outcast, he finds they can help him more than any noble could. But even with loyal friends at his side, Yarvi's path may well end as it began - in twists, and traps and the death of a king.