Zaharoway holds the cure that the world needs. Some will stop at nothing to take it. Keyra has devoted her life to healing the sick. When called to the island paradise, she leaves her family behind to help create a cure for the deadly disease. Once transformed, the Gyptheral stone is the world's greatest source of healing. Grind the stone to powder, mix in the herbs, set it ablaze and recite the sacred words. A ritual as old as the ancient gods themselves. But those gods demand that the stone not be used for profit or power. Only those pure of heart may receive it. For centuries, these traditions remained unchallenged. Until now… When Major Advisant Dolmire fails the test and is denied the stone's cure, he sets out to claim the Gyptheral for himself. Leading his army against an unsuspecting Zaharoway is easy, but learning the secrets of the island remains the true challenge. As her own kingdom moves in with deadly intent, Keyra must choose between saving her own people or fighting alongside the island natives. Blood will spill as loyalties are questioned, but can anyone triumph over this battle when the gods get involved? Start your journey through The Chronicles of Uncertain Succession Trilogy with this prequel novella today! *This novella is available at no cost on the authors website