When Hell’s Master of Spells is murdered, a realm-wide competition is held to find his replacement. Eager to prove himself and live out his dream of serving his king, novice magician Ulrynk puts his name forward for consideration. Despite his youth, Ulrynk’s raw talent and unconventional spellcasting quickly make him a threat to his more experienced competitors.

His ambition catches the eye of Jeffrey Logan, the king’s enigmatic ward. But while the attraction between the two of them is undeniable, Jeffrey’s status in Lucifer’s court demands their budding romance remain hidden until the competition’s end.

When new evidence emerges and complicates the murder investigation, Ulrynk and Jeffrey work together to see the killer brought to justice—no matter the potential consequences or risk to Ulrynk’s victory.