In this intense sequel to The Weasel and the Wizard Krystin and David now five years older again tangle with magical mysterious off-worlders from Irth. The apprentice of the evil wizard Zarcon learns of his death swearing revenge on those involved in his demise. A member of the royal house disappears Krystin sneaks off against the king's orders and a dragon attacks the castle. Battles and near-death experiences await in this story that brings us ever closer to going from Earth to Irth.