The prophecy is a lie the girl child, Nariko, is an impostor. Yet duty does not stop. Nor does the march of Bohan's army. With the clan's destruction close at hand, Nariko's true destiny begins to emerge...
Year after year, warlords pursue the Heavenly Sword and the clan protects it, but at a terrible cost. Their only consolation: the prophecy which promises that the Heavenly Warrior will be reborn among them.
Two young men, Shen and Bohan, are destined to lead. Together they study the arts of war, but only one will learn the value of honor and duty. For the other, no earthly crown will ever be enough.
The power of the Heavenly Sword is too strong, so strong that no mortal man can resist it. Yet, for those who succumb to temptation, the glory is fleeting. Wielding the sword carries a heavy, heavy price.
