In this vast universe, cosmic energies join together galaxies, planets and life together in a great, interconnected web. And at the House of the Dawn, a school to train youth how to wield this power cosmic, Sieghild Scylding is looking to find herself. She has left her glided cage and privileged family far behind, hoping that in the next three years she may not only learn master her innate talents ... but to grasp the freedom she so desperately desires.