A shattered moon hangs over a dying world, and Bard’s the only one crazy enough to think a song can save it. He’s a human bard raised by an Elder Tree, wielding music in a land that fears it. Sen’s a dryad who’s done playing by her people’s rules, and she’s got one year to prove her love for Bard—or her forest will hunt him down. Their quest? Win the blessing of 15 ancient Elder Trees, no matter the cost. But the Shades—nightmare creatures that thrive in darkness—are closing in, and the Elder Trees are fading fast. With only Kai, Bard’s fiercely loyal wolf-mount, by their side, they’ll face icy storms, cultural clashes, and a destiny neither saw coming. Can a bard’s melody and a dryad’s heart mend a broken world—or will the Shades shatter their hope forever? Dive into a tale of music, love, and survival!