Chaos erupts within the White Tower as our heroes beocme targets of a new evil.

Nynaeve and Elayne are given a deadly mission. Perrin learns the consequences of his rage. Lanfear begins to play a dangerous game.

Tensions flare between Egwene and Rand. Moiraine and Lan come to terms with their destiny.

Nynaeve, Elayne, Mat, and Min confront the Black Ajah and their futures. Moiraine and Lan prepare to face their fate. Rand and Egwene set their destinies in motion.