In a city shielded from the monsters beyond its borders, Adrian Vale has spent his life being overlooked by classmates, teachers, and the powerful families who dominate the magical hierarchy.

During the annual Awakening Ceremony, he appears to receive a weak and common affinity, confirming everyone's low expectations. But hidden beneath that ordinary result is a rare flame-based power unlike anything the academy has seen.

Determined to keep his true strength secret, Adrian trains in isolation while competing for scarce resources, surviving ruthless rivals, and uncovering dangers spreading through the city's defenses.

As his abilities grow stronger and powerful factions begin searching for the source of a mysterious new force, Adrian must decide how long he can remain invisible before the power he hides changes his world forever.

Maren Ashcroft

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