From the ashes of battle, it's time to rise and forge a new future for all magic-kind... Lydia Laveau and her friends are at the brink of war, fighting for the very soul of what's left of the magical world. Even with the Crimson Covenant now her sanctuary and battleground, the mix of ancient magic and modern technology at their disposal may not be enough to claim victory. Especially not when the revelation of a relic capable of tracking Red Witches meant to ignite hope stirs up danger in equal measure. Betrayal comes from within, forcing Lydia to confront the possibility of enemies cloaked in the guise of friends once again. With the Midnight Circle and the High Council continually weaving their web of destruction, Lydia has to rally an army of Wicked Born, supplements, and Red Witches for one final stand. Soon, the battle lines are drawn in the heart of the capital, where ancient vendettas and the thirst for power culminate in a showdown that will define the future of all magical factions. But if Lydia's reign doesn't deliver on its promise of a new era, forged from the ashes of war and woven with threads of magic, hope, and renewal…then they're all doomed forever. Fans of DIVERGENT, HARRY POTTER, and A DISCOVERY OF WITCHES will devour this edgy paranormal academy series with a slow burn romance! Ready for the epic conclusion to the Touch of Darkness series? Scroll up to one-click the fifth installment, Wicked Reign, today!