This is the exciting climax to this three book series. Mull knows how to tell a story. In this book everything seems hopeless; not only hopeless but at times you wonder how the tasks assigned can do any good. And why each person was assigned to which task. Jason has a specific task, to find some information that will turn the tide which is kept by a long dead wizard. Rachel has the task of going with Galloran the King to attack the Emperor Maldor and his kingdom. This is an impossible task, and making a bold move just gives Maldor the advantages as he moves men to crush those who oppose him. As for Justin and his group, the emperor sends a changeling, Te Wanderer, to deal with them. Being almost invincible, he can also change into trusted characters to win his way. I found this book exciting. It easily carried the story.
