Magician's Apprentice

In the remote village of Mandryn; Tessia serves as assistant to her father; the village Healer - much to the frustration of her mother; who would rather she found a husband. But her life is about to take a very unexpected turn. When treating a patient at the residence of the local magician; Lord Dakon; Tessia is forced to fight off the advances of a visiting Sachakan mage - and instinctively uses magic. She now finds herself facing an entirely different future as Lord Dakon's apprentice. But along with the excitement and privilege; Tessia is about to discover that her magical gifts bring with them a great deal of responsibility. Events are brewing that will lead nations into war; rival magicians into conflict; and spark an act of sorcery so brutal that its effects will be felt for centuries ...