The Seanchan invasion force is in possession of Ebou Dar. Nynaeve, Elayne and Aviendha head for Caemlyn and Elayne's rightful throne, but discover an enemy much worse than the Seanchan. Egwene is determined to unseat the usurper Elaida. She does not yet understand the price that she will pay.

The Wheel of Time, book 8.