Alex Verus is having an unusually peaceful summer.Things used to be different. Back when Alex was a Dark mage's apprentice, he did what he had to do to survive, though he isn't proud of the memories. Still, he's made a new life and new friends since then, and he's put the old days behind him.Or has he?When someone from his past comes looking for revenge, Alex must face his demons - and decide how far he will go to protect his future.'Whoop-ass excitement from the new master of magical London' Charles Strosswww.benedictjacka.co.uk