The winds of change blow across Egypt as the death of a past ruler marks the beginning of a new reign. Nefret, a young scribe, struggles to prove herself in a society dominated by men and aristocrats. When an opportunity arises to work for the chief physician at the royal palace, Nefret leaves home in order to test her abilities and create a legacy of her own. Follow her journey from commoner to royalty as she deals with political adversity, corruption, and palace intrigue to mark her place in history as one of the most famous queens of Egypt.

A tingling birthmark is the first sign that something is wrong. The four goddesses have stopped answering prayers three weeks ago and people have begun disappearing from their villages soon after. After a monster attack, Lira's home and life as she knows it are shattered. Now Lira and her group of misfits must travel to the kingdom of Aerwyna to unlock the secrets behind the attacks, and to uncover an old prophecy that can save the world or cause its utter destruction. Can Lira find the chosen one before the lunar eclipse? Or will time run out and force Lira to face the odds unprepared?