Lucy races against time and magic in this sequel to the richly and thoughtfully written (Publishers Weekly) Chantress.Lucy is the last Chantress, the only remaining girl who can sing magic into the world. Since she defeated the evil Lord Scargrave, England has changedand not for the better. With crops failing and the people rebelling, Lucy is called urgently back to King Henrys court. His Inner Council is convinced that making gold through alchemy will save England. But a critical element to the alchemical process has been stolen. Lucy is tasked with finding it with her magicor else. And until she succeeds, the castle is on lockdown.

Court too has changed. Scargraves brutal Chantress Hunter has become King Henrys closest advisor. Lucys beloved Nat has fallen out of favor and is shunned by his colleagues. Worst of all, Lucys magic has deserted her. She can no longer hear the song spells at court, and must find a way to access her powers soonor be accused of treason. Amy Butler Greenfield returns to the volatile world of Chantress for an exciting tale that weaves together courtly intrigue, mystery, romance, magic, and music.