Everyone thought that it was over. They returned to their lives, their families & their jobs leaving the past where it belonged... but not everyone was so eager to move on. As life returns back to normal for the BAU and its additions, an old enemy waits to strike a deadly blow to the heart of the team and cripple them for good. Sequel to Predetermined Fates.

After overcoming the trials of the past year, Richard, Kahlan, Cara & Aria- along with several new members of their family- prepare for the war that is at their doorstep. Their enemy returns with a score to settle, a race to annihilate and an army at his back. Will the heroes manage to defeat the tyrant and if so, at what cost? Sequel to Hidden Scars & Buried Secrets.