The witches of my coven burned. The Favored Children of the forest were abandoned by the magic that had protected them since time immemorial. Only my brother and I escaped the massacre. Now we’re the last two living Ravenswyrd witches in the Southern Lands. We must leave before word of our survival reaches our attackers, but first, we have to make the treacherous trip up Augur Mountain to meet with the Seer and discover my fate. We’ve never ventured this far from home. Can we avoid the ravenous beasts that stalk us along the dark path? Will I ever learn to wield my mother’s scepter and take on the mantle I was born to? And can I trust the man who whispers secrets to me in my dreams? * The Scepter is a MF PNR short-story prequel with material that may be difficult for some readers. It's recommended for 18+ due to language and sexual situations. It is the prequel to a three-book series coming in 2023.