Danyal and the Twins try to prevent the Rebellion against the Shai'tan's tyranny falling apart, Vitani resorts to a deception to hold them together and Emperor Ben-Kai-Ra now brings together all of his forces for the endgame. And at the heart of it all, Prince Kiava attempts to win the trust of Carroscirr and the allies who can help reclaim his Kingdom. Or bring about its end.

Sequel to The Tremors. The Shai'tan's occupation of the Pridelands is finally weakening as the Lionesses fight to retrieve the Twin's from the clutches of Rish'ut. The Hyena's revolt. In the Jungle, Kiava and Zuri are guided by the spirits of the Great Kings, to find alive someone they thought long since dead. And Danyal and Sundar learn the history and truth of the Shaman.