Lying between the Orkhlands of the south and the Human and Aelf realms of the north is a wide pass between high mountains. Ever has it been a gateway of invasion by the Orkhish hordes. Now it is again, and again the way must be barred.

Among the defenders of the pass are Bera, a lone Half-Orkh among Humans. The Lady Zara, a captain of Aelfin cavalry who carries an ancient stain of dishonor. And Earic, a young nobleman with a secret love.

Each must confront a crisis of their own heart, while together they are caught up in a titanic struggle between two great armies for control of this vital mountain pass: a battle that will decide the fate of realms.

The Fire Within is an epic fantasy novel of sword and shield, and the peril that lies in believing the stories we tell ourselves.