Four heroes. One dark enemy. A battle that could change the Wilden Lands forever. After the Erlking's latest attack, Queen Bearer Horra Fyd searches desperately for a way to end his evil schemes once and for all. But when the rats destroy the hidden books that may hold the answers, hope begins to slip away. An experiment gone wrong throws their newest ally-Grendel-into chaos, just as children begin to vanish and the elves abandon their secret kingdom. Shadows gather. Secrets surface. And time is running out. Now Horra, Rowan, Glory, and Grendel must summon courage greater than their fears and faith stronger than their doubts. If they fail, the Erlking and his wicked minions will seize the Wilden Lands-and destroy everything they love. Fans of epic sagas like The Lord of the Rings will be swept into this breathtaking world of magic, peril, and unlikely heroes. Will the band rise to face the darkness ... or will their world fall into ruin? Read this exciting series conclusion to find out.