There's only one thing standing between the city of S'kar-Vozi and the Wolf from transforming into an insatiable flesh-hungry werewolf every full moon, the Crane's perfectly baked and exquisitely designed cakes. But her hands aren't what they used to be, she needs an apprentice, and only the best will do. Three bakers have been selected to participate in the bake-off of their lives... literally. The prize? A mansion at the very top of the city. The contestants? A school cafeteria cook who over-seasons her over-ripe produce, but at least it looks good. A half elf whose bakes taste far better than they appear. A halfling with a bone to pick with meat eaters. The stakes? An overcooked bake could cause Hollis to lose control and eat everyone in the kitchen. A soggy bottom definitely will.