Two years after Will and his friends returned from Nihon-Ja, they got wind of a war brewing in Arrida against the Tualaghi. During the war, Will was lost and thought dead, only to return five years later, shattered beyond repair. He struggles with the ghosts from his past, isolating himself from those he loves, and from most people. Meanwhile, Halt and Alyss raise his twelve-year-old son Daniel, who is following in his father's footsteps, unaware that he even is still alive.
But once again, war seems on the horizon, and Will's skills and knowledge will be needed. Will he be able to put his past behind him enough to help his kingdom, or will he not have the strength?
DISCLAIMER: I do not own Ranger's Apprentice. All rights go to John Flanagan. I am not profiting off of this story in any way.