Into the Shadows (Islands in the Mist)

Every secret demands sacrifice.

Arhianna remembers nothing of her romance with Taliesin in the otherworldly realm of Knockma. Reunited with her husband, she journeys deep into Saxon territory in search of his clan. But hope turns to horror, sending her down a dark and perilous path that will force her to make the most difficult decision of her life.

Nimue has struck a dangerous bargain to free Taliesin from Knockma. Desperate to save the man she loves, she allies herself with Myrthin and the Sídhe to recapture Arhianna, unaware it may cost her everything she hopes to gain.

Devastated by Nimue's betrayal, Taliesin races to find Arhianna before the Sídhe can reach her. His search draws him deep into a world of dark sorcery and ruthless enemies. Yet he, too, will be forced to betray those he loves to protect them.

Now Uthyr's queen, Igerna struggles with whether to reveal the mysterious origins of her unborn child. Telling him could cost her everything, but keeping the secret seems unbearable. She does not realize an even greater secret awaits her—one she must swear to guard for the rest of her days.

Meanwhile, Bran's borrowed time is running out. The wound that should have killed him grows more painful with each passing season, and Arawn is never far away. The God of Death offers him a way out, but accepting would mean leaving behind everyone he has fought to protect.

Impossible choices. Consequences that will echo through generations.